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Musical Entertainment

Friday, May 8

Team Kansas Toyota Food Court Stage at Century II

11:30 amRiver City Jam
12:40 pmKansas Gas Service Grand Opening Ceremony
5:00 pmAlfinke' Machine

Opening Night Concert and Fireworks

8:45 pmKANSAS
Gates:  Open at 6:00 pm
Location:  West Bank Stage
Brought to you by:  107.3 The Road and B98 FM

Classic rock band KANSAS kicks off Riverfest 2009 in a big way! KANSAS became a popular arena rock group in the 1970s with hit singles such as “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind.” They continue to be a classic rock radio staple and in 2008, released the 30th Anniversary Edition of their platinum album, “Two for the Show.” No commercial cameras or video equipment allowed. Free admission with Riverfest button.

Saturday, May 9

Team Kansas Toyota Food Court Stage at Century II

11:00 amAcoustic Arts on the Court
6:00 pmFistfull of Nickles

U G2G Concert

3:00 pmEverlife
Gates:  Open at 2:00 pm
Location:  West Bank Stage
Brought to you by:  Radio Disney KQAM AM 1480

Everlife hit No. 1 on radio with hit song, “Lead the Way.” The three-sister trio has opened up for the Cheetah Girls and most recently, Miley Cyrus and is currently working on their third album. No commercial cameras or video equipment allowed. Free admission with Riverfest button.

Bombardier Learjet Presents Legends of Rock

5:30 pmLucky People
8:15 pmLoverboy
Gates:  Open at 2:00 pm
Location:  West Bank Stage
Brought to you by:  104.5 The Fox

Known for popular hit singles, “Turn Me Loose” and “Working for the Weekend,” Riverfest welcomes Loverboy! After four multi-platinum albums and millions of record sales, Loverboy�s songs have been arena rock staples and are still heard on classic rock radio stations across the United States. No commercial cameras or video equipment allowed. Free admission with Riverfest button.

Sunday, May 10

Team Kansas Toyota Food Court Stage at Century II

11:00 amCraig Twister Steward
1:00 pmU.S. Air Force Heartland of America Band
“The Noteables”
3:00 pmKlatch
6:00 pmEmily Judson Band

Musica Latina

2:15 pm Miguel “MAMBO” DeLeon
Gates:  Open at 1:30 pm
Location:  West Bank Stage
Brought to you by:  Radio Lobo 106.5

Miguel “MAMBO” DeLeon has been performing for over 27 years, going back to the 70’s doing backup percussion and vocal for vocalist of the famed FANIA ALL-STARS, and opening act for artist/bands like Sonora Ponceña and famed pianist Papo Luca, Ruben Blades, Willie Colon, Hector Lavoe, Ray Baretto… the list goes on. Throughout the 27 yrs Miguel “MAMBO” DeLeon has had the privilege and honor of opening and performing with Legendary Tito Puente in numerous cities, i.e. Cleveland, Chicago, Tampa/Orlando and Puerto Rico.

Spirit AeroSystems Presents Rockin' On The River

4:30 pmSpecial Appearance by Chris Mann
5:30 pmUCHE and The CRASH
6:30 pmDr. Hook
Gates:  Open at 1:30 pm
Location:  West Bank Stage
Brought to you by:  97.1 BOB FM

The River will definitely be a rockin' when Dr. Hook comes to town. He has been on the music scene for 40 years, producing popular hits such as “The Cover of the Rolling Stone” and “When You're In Love with a Beautiful Woman”. The group's first major hit, “Sylvia's Mother” went to No. 5 on the U.S. music charts in 1972. Dr. Hook followed up with six top 10 hits in the United States over a 10-year span. No commercial cameras or video equipment allowed. Free admission with Riverfest button.

KANSAS
May 8
Everlife
May 9
Loverboy
May 9
Dr. Hook
May 10