TIMEBENDERS     With more than twenty amazing costume changes, hilariouos impersonations, and fifty years of hits, Timebenders "Rock Down Memory Lane" is an explosive, interactive, high-energy show.  Memories of where you were when you first heard the song, will constantly pop up.  There is so much going on during the show, you´ll want to attend the second show to catch it all.  It all happens Thursday night on the Wilder Stage.

 

BRANDON CASH     His love for music was influenced by many recording artists like Johnny Cash, Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan and Waylon Jennings. Brandon had the blessed opportunity to play and sing with Johnny, an experience that has played a major role in his music today.  Brandon performs a "Tribute to Johnny Cash" show, based on the early years of Johnny's career, and brings the crowd to their feet with his own music.  Brandon Cash's own music shows a unique tradition not to be forgotten as we are reminded of the music that has delighted hearts forever.

 

GOLDY McJOHN & FRIENDZ     In the mid 70s, the legendary rock band Steppenwolf parted ways.  Original keyboardist, Goldy McJohn came out of retirement and formed Goldy McJohn and Friendz, playing all the famous Steppenwolf hit songs and other classic rock and blues tunes.  It is difficult to stay seated when our Northwest´s own, Goldy and the Friendz, crank out the hits.

 

LOS VOLCANES     Los Volcanes have explored and mastered many different types of music such as, Banda, Conjunto, Tropical, Norteño and Country music. This popular band has performed many shows throughout the region and California.  You will erupt from your seat as you applaud for one of the top Tejano acts in the Northwest. Tejano is a style of conjunto music originating in southern Texas and combining influences from country music, rhythm and blues, and popular Latin styles.

 

JEFF EVANS     Jeff Evans will provide close-up magic while he travels the midways entertaining. It's almost as though each person gets their own show! During his stage act, audience members become participants with the magic, including surprises that happen in their hands. His show is always in good taste with clean comedy.  Sit up close and be amazed with his uncanny talent.

 

MOTO-CROSS STUNT SHOW     Is loud, death-defying entertainment your cup of tea? No, we're not talking line jumping at the scone booth, this is motocross at it's finest.  These riders are the hottest free-style stunt jumpers in the sport, amazing crowds around the country.  Be here, in the Grandstands, Friday night and you'll be talking about their extraordinary aerial feats for a long time to come. Between shows will be lawnmower races.

 

RATE LIMITING STEP     These three local, accomplished musicians have only been together for a year, but they are already the talk of the town.  Mixing original tunes with rock and roll, R & B, funk, and country rock, Rate Limiting Step puts on a great show.  Bring your family and friends on Sunday afternoon to catch their fabulous act.

 

FAT CHANCE     For three decades, Fat Chance has entertained tens of thousands on the Olympic Peninsula and beyond.  Playing what they call "Nu Classic Rock", they still bring the house down.  Come out and rock-on with the neighbor boys.

 

ELECTRIC WOOD     Blending R & B, Reggae, Soul, Folk, Celtic, Greek, Americana, and Light Jazz music styles to create a unique sound, Electric Wood highlights the many talents of the band members.  Two shows on Saturday will showcase the extensive and varied backgrounds that each of them bring to the group.

 

 

HAPY´S OASIS DANCE CO.     These performers, based out of Sequim, are mesmerizing the Olympic Peninsula with their alluring Middle Eastern style dances.  Their troupe is a member of a dancing sorority found throughout the Pacific Northwest, as well as the rest of the world. [Hapy´s Oasis Dance Co.]

DANCING GRANDMAS     Energize your spirit on Thursday afternoon with the Dancing Grandmas.  These zesty women captivate audiences with powerful, colorful Gypsy and Silk Road stories, rhythms, and spirited dances.

 

TOM TAYLOR     Tom Taylor is a Christian singer/songwriter, gutarist, and bassist.  He began composing original music in 2005.  He and his wife collaborate on the lyrics of most of his songs.  Don´t miss Tom´s spiritual performance.

 

LUCK OF THE DRAW     Bluegrass is their fame and drawing crowds is their game.  Luck of the Draw has been entertaining thousands for years on the Peninsula.  Don´t miss their toe-tapping, knee-slapping music.

 

LEE TYLER POST     Lee Tyler Post plays a style of music blending Accoustic Soul, Americana, and Southern Blues.  His lyrics convey stories of everyday people.  Touring the U.S. extensively, he performs 150 - 200 shows annually and still found time to release five studio albums.

 

ROBBIE WALDEN AND THE GUNSLINGERS     Country and Southern Rock are the heart and soul of Robbie Walden and the Gunslingers.  These seasoned performers have played across the U.S., but concentrate their energy in Western Washington.  Robbie is a singer, songwriter, and from the Olympic Peninsula.   Welcome the native son home in a loud and appreciative fashion.

 

SOUL SHAKERS     Soul Shakers is another local band with a big following.  They are set to wow you with their musical talents and stage presence.  Put it on your calendar to be at the Wilder Stage on Friday, of the Fair, to give a Blues treat for your ears and psyche.

 

ACOUSTIC NEWS     Playing in the area for over eight years.  "Nostalgic Twang" is the term Acoustic News uses to describe their music style.  Its a blend of Folk, Country, Bluegrass, and Big Band music.  Stop by to experience the unique sound of this band.

 

DEAN RATZMAN     Non-stop energy characterizes Dean Ratzman´s shows, featuring America´s Greatest Hits from the 1940s through the 1970s.  Dean´s talent has taken him from coast-to-coast playing in a variety of venues.  Get to the Fair early on Sunday to witness his craft in-person.

 

EXPLOSION EXTRAVAGANZA     Explosion Extravaganza is a 4-H performing arts group that puts on a variety show.  The group was created five years ago and have performed over 70 shows.  The acts are for all ages, singing Country, Pop, Rhythm and Blues, Soft Rock, and Broadway.  Two high-energy shows await you on Sunday, of the Fair.

 

CURRY WINBORN     Curry Winborn is a 15 year old Port Angeles High School student.  Playing the piano since 6, he now plays with the High School Jazz Ensemble and the Jazz in the Olympics Dixieland Band.  His emphasis is classical, but there will be some recognizable "classics" mixed in, as well.  Be here Friday to witness the exceptional talent of this local young man.