8TH ANNUAL
reading blues fest

The Reading Blues Fest has quickly become a must-attend-event for Blues fans regionally and nationally. The impressive lineup, beautiful venue, friendly staff and enthusiastic patrons are all reasons why many blues fans head to Reading each November.

-Michael Cloeren, Pocono/Pennsylvania Blues Festival

Berks Arts has the secret formula that allows them to grow year after year. Whether It is Jazz Fest, Blues Fest or any other art festival they are committed to and passionate about the success of all sponsors and fans.

-Craig Poole, DoubleTree by Hilton Reading

I am very proud of my hometown and grateful for the dedication of Berks Arts to bringing world-class blues talent to the community every year during the Reading Blues Fest!

-Sallie Bengston, Nola Blue Records President

We are very fortunate to have Berks Arts and the Reading Blues Fest here in Greater Reading. The Reading Blues Fest brings world class talent right to our community where we can enjoy the performances without having to travel. Ethosource is thrilled to support Berks Arts and the Reading Blues Fest.

-John Gallen, President, Ethosource Office Furniture

Reading Blues Fest presents first-rate entertainment -- from the steamy blues of the Gulf Coast, New Orleans, and Memphis to the soulful sounds of Chicago – a diverse lineup of artists not often found at other festivals.

-Jim Hynes, Music Journalist

We've been proud sponsors of the Blues Fest since its inception. I love helping bring music to the community … Long live the fests!

-Jim Blickle, President, Performance Toyota

Year after year, concert after concert, show after show, Berks Arts creates a wonderment that keeps guests coming back to support the arts, our hotel and this region. As a proud sponsor, we are thrilled to hear attendees say “See you next time” because of the dedication to the experience provided by Berks Arts.

-Dan Hoch, DoubleTree by Hilton Reading

Reading Blues Fest provides wonderfully intimate venues where the interaction and energy between the audience and the artists really connects well. As a concert photographer, it doesn't get much better than that.

-Kevin Brett, Soul Imagery Photography

Berks County Living is a proud supporter of Berks Arts and the festivals, concerts and arts exposure opportunities it brings to residents in the Greater Reading area as well as visitors of such.

-Robyn Jones, Berks County Living

We are repeatedly blown away by the quality of the music and the comradery of the spectators. You should anticipate dancing in the aisles! Each performance is well worth the price of admission. Keep up the good work!

-Kozloff Stoudt Attorneys

There is nothing more healing, more positive to our soul, or more Americana, than the blues. It truly is Big Medicine. We are so lucky to have the Reading Blues Fest right here in our community. Always great musicians and wonderful venues to hear them perform.

-Sam Talarico, Blues Fan

Among the many festivals I attend and photograph, Reading Blues Fest is high on my list of favorites. It is fan friendly, with a great vibe and always featuring diverse, top-flight talent, interesting and informative panels, films and more. It has the added bonus -- and convenience -- of all being under one roof! It’s an event I eagerly look forward to every year.

-Joseph A. Rosen, Photographer