THE CUSTOM 40x30 LAKESIDE STAGE
Positioned along the scenic shores of Queenslake's central forty-acre lake, the lakeside stage stands as the heartbeat of the post-race celebration. Built custom at 40 feet wide by 30 feet deep, this outdoor concert setup features professional-grade lighting, sound reinforcement, and a panoramic lake view.
The festival operates all morning and afternoon, providing competitors and spectators with live soundtracks, delicious food, local craft beer from Country Boy Brewing, and a place to rest, gather, and reflect on the day's events.
THE FESTIVAL LINEUP
Saturday, October 3, 2026
GUITARS FOR VETS ACOUSTIC SESSION
Featuring graduates and mentors of the Guitars for Vets program, sharing stories and songs of service, healing, and hope.
NATIONAL PATRIOTIC CONCERT
A Special Patriotic Headliner (To Be Announced Soon)
GUITARS FOR VETS (G4V)
Guitars for Vets (G4V) is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to putting the healing power of music in the hands of our heroes. Founded in 2007, G4V provides a structured, therapeutic alternative for veterans struggling with physical injuries, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and emotional distress.
The program offers 10 private, weekly one-on-one lessons led by volunteers, customized to accommodate each veteran's physical or emotional challenges. Upon completion, graduates are presented with a brand new acoustic guitar and accessory kit to ensure their musical journey and healing continue at home.
100% of voluntary festival stage bucket donations directly purchase student guitars for local veterans.
G4V Kentucky Performers & Storytellers
Gregg Combs
Chapter Director / Guitarist
Army veteran who took over leadership of the local G4V chapter, expanding its footprint across Central Kentucky following his inspiring TEDx Talk on music's power in trauma recovery.
Gary Partlow
Guitarist & G4V Graduate
A dedicated program graduate who has mastered a versatile catalog of blues, acoustic arrangements, and classic rock solos, showing the therapeutic focus of G4V in action.
David Pennington
Bassist / Search & Rescue
Talented bassist and active member of Powell County Search & Rescue, bringing deep pocket rhythms and low-end grooves from the Red River Gorge area to anchor the collective sets.
Joshua Brewer
Guitarist & Documentary Photographer
Dual-role performer who will share his guitar melodies onstage and use his lens offstage to document and tell the visual stories of healing for his fellow G4V musicians.
SPONSOR THE LAKESIDE STAGE
Are you a local business or national organization looking to support military veterans? Align your brand with our Guitars For Veterans Music Festival by sponsoring stage equipment, artist travel, or audio production.
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