It's that time again when music fans from all over make the pilgrimage to Greencastle for the annual Greencastle Music Fest. 

The 14th annual event kicks off Friday at 5 p.m. with the kids area opening and the music starts at 6 p.m. with the Woomblies Rock Orchestra, followed by The Crashers around 8:30 p.m. 

On Saturday, the event opens at 3 p.m. and a cornhole tournament will be held at 5:30 p.m. The music starts at 3:30 p.m. with The Big Fun Band. Levi Riggs follows The Big Fun Band and The Flying Toasters will cap the event. 

The event began in 2010 by Almost Homes owner Gail Smith and has grown significantly since its inception. In 2019, it became a two-day event and the festival has won an award for the Best Event with a budget under $300K by the Indiana State Tourism Association. 

"It's exciting and humbling over an idea to boost commerce in Greencastle," Smith told The Putnam County Post. 

Smith said the festival's success can be traced back to the Greencastle community, as well as those who make the way to Greencastle from outside Putnam County. 

"We have huge support from the community, businesses and individuals. The hotels are full, the bed and breakfasts are full, and we have a large amount of people from outside town that come. It's a really cool event," Smith said. 

And, the success can also be traced back to the event committee, according to Smith. 

"We have a very small committee that includes the mayor and former mayor, who celebrate this event that benefits the quality of life, fellowship, tourism and commerce. The volunteers not only enjoy the event, but feel a sense of accomplishment, appreciation and joy to be a part of Greencastle Music Fest," Smith said. 

Tickets are $10 each night or $15 for a two-day pass, but children 10 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased at greencastlemusicfest.com. 

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