First Monday: Festival Bests

As festival season is nearly upon us, join us for a panel of festival promoters/bookers get to know the some of Portland’s most iconic festivals.

On Monday, March 4, we’ll cover:

• What are the challenges faced by festivals?

• How can festival programming support local venues?

• The do’s and don’ts of applying for a festival

Featuring Panelists:

• Zale Schoenborn (co-founder of Pickathon Experiential Music Festival)

• Christina Fuller (organizer of Waterfront Blues Festival)

• Elizabeth Elder (founder of Lose Yr Mind Fest)

• Neil Mattson (founder of Montavilla Jazz Festival)

MusicPortland First Mondays are free and open to the public.