SolFest 2012

Blitzen Trapper Headlines Sun Valley Spring Break Weekend

For Immediate Release (Sun Valley, ID) The Sun Valley, Idaho region is pleased to announce SolFest 2012, an event embodying the energy of spring with a weekend of snow, sun and rock and roll March 23-25th 2012. Rockers Blitzen Trapper will headline the weekend events playing a free show March 24thon Main Street in downtown Ketchum, ID.

SolFest 2012 Schedule of Events:

Friday March 23

  • 5:00 pm SolFest kick-off party at Grumpy’s Bar and Grill with musical request specialistsBermuda Cowboys
  • 10:00 pm Southern rockers, Fox Street All Stars, play Whiskey Jacques

Saturday March 24

  • 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Baldy Poker Run, register at Apple’s Bar and Grill
  • 5:00 pm Main Street Party. Blitzen Trapper headlines multi-act, free concert
  • 8:00 pm 511 Rail Jam at 511 Building, downtown Ketchum
  • 10:00 pm Local troubadours, Old Death Whisper,play Whiskey Jacques

Sunday March 25

  • 11:00 am Slide, Glide, Ride Relay at Dollar Mountain, a fun event for families and friends of all ages and sizes.

At a time when the skiing and snowboarding is at its finest, the days are long and warm, and the spring vibe fills the air, SolFest is bringing back the heart and soul of mountain town culture.

With Northwest and Rockies colleges on spring break, Sun Valley Resort is rolling out the red carpet offering college students with a valid student I.D. up to 50% off lift tickets and aggressive lodging specials. Never has there been a better time for those looking for a memorable spring break to make the trip to Sun Valley.

“There is something special about Sun Valley in the spring and we are serving up SolFest to bring people to town for a great time. Few things are better than tearing up the ski hill with your friends rockinga neon one-piece with the bars and streets filled with great music and good times,” said Visit Sun Valley’s Greg Randolph.

“We are starting a spring tradition and using our creativity and resources to show younger generations just how much fun Sun Valley is. We are lining up a great event, the skiing is always awesome this time of year, and having talent like the Fox Street All Stars and Blitzen Trapper on board is going to put the party over the top,” said Whiskey Jacques booking agent, Thatcher Marsted.

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Visit Sun Valley is the destination marketing organization for the Sun Valley region of south-central Idaho.Located amid a pristine mountain environment and high desert climate Sun Valley is a four season outdoor paradise known as much for its art and cultural offerings as its recreational opportunities.Home to America's first destination ski resort, Sun Valley is recognized as The Original Mountain Town for its mountain heritage and down to earth appeal.For more information on area events, lodging, dining, shopping, and recreational offerings go to For media inquiries contact Greg Randolph at or 208.725.2103

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