The Event
The First Annual West King Music Festival (#WKMF) includes a one day event, 4PM - 10PM, November 271th, 2021. The event space designed by local Greg Adams of Adams Entertainment, will feature amazing music featuring WILL BE ANNOUNCED October 13, local food truck vendors and local craft beer. Attendees are encouraged to venture along West King Business District and see the historic area including local retail, restaurants, and historic structures. This is an all ages event. More info can be found at www.westkingmusicfestival.com
Origin
When a local resident of West St. Augustine desired to highlight the beauty, history and plight of the West King neighborhood. He approached the elected bench in the City and made a charge to address the needs of what lies West of 1.
Various business owners decided to take that as an opportunity to build a festival and discover what was possible. Long time resident and established business owner Barry Broudy, was also keen to bring visitors across US1 from the historic district, led the concept and that was that. The idea was born and many businesses who have chosen to anchor their livelihoods in West King came to task; Cheese Wheel, Solar Stik, Paper Root Clothing to name a few.The concept of a music festival, thanks in large part to available open space donated by Mr. Broudy, was born. But it must be noted, our great city leadership has also decided to do what they can this first year to support a renaissance of sorts for the West King area. Budgeting holiday lighting, commitment to capital improvements and being a partner of the event in guidance and concepts to help ensure a success.
Finally, it is taking a heavy lift from our local community of dedicated cash sponsors to make this a reality. Flagler Hospital, Broudy Liquors, Ameris Bank, Solar Stik, AE Engineering, and more.