Musicians from five countries, 41 cities, and across the tri-state region will hit the stage in Cincinnati for MidPoint Music Festival. Approximately 120 acts will perform at this year’s event, scheduled for September 25–27, 2015.

Fans eager to see the full slate of artists, stages and show times can find a full schedule online at MPMF.com, along with tickets for single day and weekend passes.

“People crave to discover that band that’s about to break out. We’re presenting a great cross section of what’s new today,” said Dan Bockrath, festival producer. “It’s a big bang for your buck with this amount of talent.”

EXPERIENCE LIVE MUSIC FOR THREE DAYS

The 14th annual festival will present three days of music on 10 stages in the Over-the-Rhine and downtown. For the first time in 14 years, organizers have shifted festival dates from a Thursday, Friday, Saturday format to now run on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The change is the result of feedback from fans.

“For those who want to make the trip from somewhere nearby, like Pittsburgh or Chicago, MidPoint showcases throughout the weekend should make it an easier decision,” said Dan McCabe, creative director.

“The festival has consistently put out a great live music experience. We are hoping to connect more fans with their new favorite band with this change.”

2015 MIDPOINT MUSIC FESTIVAL VENUES

MidPoint adds three new venues this year with the Woodward Theater, Maudie’s and an outdoor stage at the corner of 14th and Sycamore Streets.

Fans younger than 21 can enjoy showcases at the all-ages stages at Christian Moerlein, Taft Ballroom, Lightborne Lot, and Washington Park. Parents eager to see some live music with their kids may want to take note that children under 10 years of age can attend showcases on the Washington Park main stage for free with a paying adult.

Arnold’s Bar & Grill

210 East Eighth Street

Christian Moerlein Brewery

1621 Moore Street (all ages)

Lightborne Lot

1401 Sycamore Street (all ages)

Maudie's

1207 Main Street, 2nd Floor

MOTR Pub presented by MUSICLi

1345 Main Street

Mr. Pitiful’s

1323 Main Street

Taft Ballroom

317 East Fifth Street (all ages)

The Drinkery

1150 Main Street

Washington Park

1230 Elm Street (all ages)

Woodward Theater

1404 Main Street

EXPERIENCE A UNIQUE FESTIVAL ATMOSPHERE

Since 2001, MidPoint's goal has been to help you discover your new favorite band. Our embrace of today's emerging artists is born of the same spirit employed by Cincinnati's celebrated musical pioneers, who always reached for something new. This festival isn’t as much about the flavor-of-the-month, but rather a tastemaker’s event where the bands performing will be what people are talking about next year.

For three days, fans can walk easily between venues dotted throughout beautiful, resurgent Over-the-Rhine. This collection of young creative talent amongst an architecturally rich urban setting makes MidPoint a one-of-a-kind experience. Unlike some festivals on a farm or a huge fielded area that could be anywhere, MidPoint carries the heart of our city with intimate performances in smaller clubs and theaters.

Over-the-Rhine and downtown Cincinnati are two of the most vibrant neighborhoods in the entire Midwest. We expect fans to not only enjoy the music, but also savor the many restaurants, cafés, and food trucks; our beautifully rebuilt Washington Park; and our handsome German-heritage buildings that make Cincinnati unique.

Cincinnati is one of the best music cities in the world. With MidPoint showcasing bands and our city’s center, we are putting our best foot forward towards showing this is a great place to live, work and play.

BICYCLES ENCOURAGED

It is fairly easy to hop from show to show, but with 8 venues in Over-the-Rhine and two located downtown, not every showcase will be a quick walk. But it is a quick bike ride. Festival organizers will continue to partner with the City of Cincinnati to place a number of bike racks in strategic locations. We encourage everyone to save their feet for the dance floor and bring their bike to get to those must-see bands faster.

MIDPOINT MUSIC FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

Friday September 25

Purity Ring; Heartless Bastards; Matthew E. White; All Them Witches; Sarah Jaffe; and Bully

Saturday September 26

Ride; Sylvan Esso; Zola Jesus; Cathedrals; Patrick Watson; Strand of Oaks; Caspian; and Ryley Walker

Sunday September 27

Iron & Wine; Tune-Yards; Pokey LaFarge; K.Flay; Lydia Loveless; Moon Duo; and Pure Bathing Culture

All artists are subject to change without notice. Schedule updates and further festival news will be available at MPMF.com, on Facebook and Twitter.

TICKETS ON SALE AT MPMF.COM

Festival dates: Friday, September 25 through Sunday, September 27, 2015

Tickets: First round Weekend Pass $69; VIP Pass $149 — SOLD OUT

Second round Weekend Pass $79; VIP Pass $179 — NOW AVAILABLE

Third round Weekend Pass $89; VIP Pass $179 — after Labor Day

One Day Pass $40 — NOW AVAILABLE

ALL venues will offer the option of À la Carte pricing at the door, which covers that night at that venue. Entry into any MidPoint venue is subject to legal capacity limits.

Weekend Pass holders get admission to all MidPoint showcases.

V.I.P. Pass holders get an enhanced experience with the ability to skip lines with priority admission, plus they receive access to catered V.I.P. reception events each evening, with complimentary food and beverages. An exclusive V.I.P. viewing area is included at the Washington Park stage.

One Day Pass holders get admission to all MidPoint showcases that day.

MIDPOINT MUSIC FESTIVAL LINEUP

New additions in BOLD. Note: Any and all performers, dates and times are subject to change without notice.