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Concert Annoucement: Buzz Beach Ball

96.5 The Buzz and Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone announces Buzz Beach Ball featuring Blink-182, Weezer, Taking Back Sunday and many more.

Buzz Presale begins Wednesday June 24th at 10am and runs through Friday the 26th at 5pm. Presale is open to all Buzz Freeloaders and is password protected.

Tickets are on sale to the public begining Saturday June 27th at 10am.

See the Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone event calendar for more information.

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Concert Announcement: Yallapalooza 2009

Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone and Q104 announces Yallapalooza 2009, Saturday July 18, 2009. Featuring Pat Green, Jason Michale Carrol, Randy Houser, Jonathan Singleton & the Grove, Matt Stillwall and John Joiner Band. Tickets on sale Friday May 15th at 10am. Pre-sale is May 13th and 14th. Listen to Q104 for pre-sale password. Visit Ticketmaster, any Ticketmaster outlet, or call 1.800.745.3000. Visit the Cap Fed Park @ Sandstone event calendar for more information as it becomes available.


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Concert Announcement: Vans Warped Tour


Just announced! Vans Warped Tour at Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone Tuesday August 4, 2009. Ticket go on sale Saturday, April 18th at 10am. Tickets will be available through all Ticketmaster outlets, 1-800-745-3000, and www.ticketmaster.com. This is an all-ages show.

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Concert Announcement: Kid Rock and Lynyrd Skynyrd

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Just announced! 4th of July Celebration with Kid Rock and Lynyrd Skynyrd at Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone Saturday July 4, 2009. Ticket go on sale Saturday, April 11th at 10am. Fans can enjoy a fireworks display at the concert. Kids under 12 are free. A limited amount of 6 packs are available for $99. Tickets will be available through all Ticketmaster outlets, 1-800-745-3000, and www.ticketmaster.com. This is an all-ages show. Door time is set for 5:30pm.

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Concert Announcement: O.A.R.

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Just announced! The O.A.R. This Town Tour with special guest Brett Dennen is set to visit Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone Saturday June 6th, 2009. Ticket go on sale Friday, March 27th at 10am. Tickets will be available through all Ticketmaster outlets, 1-800-74-3000, and www.ticketmaster.com. This is an all-ages show. Door time is set for 6:30pm.

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Great American Barbecue Festival Expands to Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone

"Mardi Gras of Meat" Partners with Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone Amphitheater for 5th Anniversary

Bonner Springs, Kansas (February, 2009) – The Great American Barbecue Festival is announcing it's new location, to be held at The Wyandotte County Park at Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone in Bonner Springs, KS. As part of its long term strategy, the Barbecue Festival organizers have been looking for a new home to satisfy growth predictions based on expanded interest in competitive BBQ, and the need for a family friendly Memorial Day event for the Kansas City metro.

The Unified Government's Parks & Recreation Department Director, Gary Salva, who initiated negotiations for the event, says that this is an "incredible partnership", and is a "natural fit". Salva continues that "KC area families will be reintroduced and pleasantly surprised with the facilities at Wyandotte County Park".

Great American BBQ Executive Director, Tracy Satterfield shares that "We are excited to have a natural festival venue with so many world class amenities to grow into. With over 40 acres of festival grounds and parking, we are positioned for growth",

Kansas City Barbecue Society Executive Director, Carolyn Wells says "The Great American has grown into one of Kansas City's signature events. As one of the major players in competitive BBQ, we are excited to see the Great American's new partnership. Wyandotte County Park is a beautiful venue, and this will be a fantastic opportunity to show them both off".

The Unified Government and the Great American inked their preliminary agreement to host the BBQ festival on Memorial Day weekend, May 22nd through May 24th.

The Great American's fifth year anniversary expects to have 275 cooking teams vying for $73,000 in prize money. Other activities for the 50,000 expected attendees will include 18 hours of live music, the Fox 4 KidZone, Carnival, barbecue sauce sampling and judging, barbecue vendors from across the country, cooking seminars, competitive eating contests, and a host of family friendly events.

The Unified Government's Parks & Recreation Department and the Great American BBQ Festival will make a formal announcement regarding their partnership and long term vision, on Wednesday February 25th at 5:00 PM at Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone in front of the Mainstage. BBQ and beverages will available to all media members.

About the Great American Barbecue

The Great American Barbecue is a fundraiser for the 25-to-1 Fund, a 501 (c)(3) organization affiliated with the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation. Net proceeds from the event will go to Fox 4 Love Fund, Guadalupe Center, Boys and Girls Club of Wyandotte County, Kookers Kare, Wyandotte County Park Foundation, and St. Mary's Food Kitchen of Kansas city, KS..For more details and ticket information, go to: www.thinkbbq.com.

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Cap Fed Park Nationally Honored

When fans walk into Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone they are already part of a green movement just by attending a concert. Sandstone's vision is to create a place where the fan is at the center of an improved social, recreational and environmental space. In 2008, Sandstone was selected for the Best of Bonner Springs Award in the Stadiums Arenas & Athletic Fields category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA), because of the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

USLBA is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. USLBA's mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

Capitol Federal Park @ Sandstone takes pride in their many initiatives to make positive changes for our community and environment.

With the support of local businesses, the green team and the fans, our Green Initiatives were successful in 2008 and will continue for many seasons to come.

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Concert Announcement: The Killers

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It's the first concert announcement of the 2009 season at Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone - and it's a big one. The Killers come to Capitol Federal Park at Sandstone Saturday May 2nd, 2009. Tickets go on sale Saturday January 24th at 10am. Tickets will be available at www.ticketmaster.com.

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Katelyn Lingenfelter

Katelyn Lingenfelter is our website and social site administrator with five years experience doing HTML and web design. She brings a fresh young perspective to the concert scene.

Jesse Jackson

Director, Green Initiatives embodies the true nature of a seasoned industry vet. Multi-talented with more than 15 years dedicated to understanding the intricate nuances of the music business. A new leading voice for green initiatives in the Eco-industry, Jesse has positioned Sandstone as the "Green Standard" in the new global movement for environmentally conscious venues.


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