Mile 0 Fest 2022 kicks off next week…

Mile 0 Fest returns for its fifth installment, January 25 – January 29, in Key West, Florida. One of the absolute best festivals available to fans of red dirt and Americana music, Mile 0 Fest has rocketed its way into the top echelon of events with stellar lineups, unique experiences, and an amazing setting, all thanks to a relentless work ethic of those behind the scenes. This year’s edition boasts another amazing lineup with over 60 artists performing 100-plus shows in just over four days and there’s no indication things will be slowing down anytime soon.

There’s a handful of first-time artists that are definitely expected to make an impression, including 49 Winchester, Ryan Bingham, Ryan Culwell, The Red Clay Strays, Grady Spencer and the Work, Jonathan Tyler and the Northern Lights, Zac Wilkerson, Justin Clyde Williams, and Channing Wilson. Impactful returning performers include North Carolina’s own American Aquarium – Chance and the Takers, John Fullbright, Lucas Jagneaux and the Roadshow, Shane Smith and the Saints, RC and the Ambers, Morgan Wade, Reckless Kelly, and the Topo Chico Cowboys (Josh Grider and Drew Kennedy). In addition, the backbone of Mile 0 Fest – Mike and the Moonpies, Cody Canada, Wade Bowen, Walt Wilkins, Jason Eady, Courtney Patton, and Jamie Lin Wilson continue to impress each and every year.

This year, RedDirtNC is excited to partner with five of those performers throughout the event in order to give fans, both in attendance and elsewhere, a truly unique perspective. Make sure you’re following all of our social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram – RedDirtNC) but especially Instagram next Tuesday – Saturday (January 25 – January 29) for what promises to be some entertaining and fun content!

TUESDAY, JANUARY 25 – MIKE AND THE MOONPIES (Omar Oyoque)

Mile 0 Fest Scheduled Performances:
TUE (1/25) Truman Waterfront Park Amphitheater, 10:30pm-12:00am
THUR (1/27) Sunset Green, 3:00pm-4:00pm
SAT (1/29) Sunset Pier – The Shiner Bock Stage, 3:00pm-4:00pm

-An inaugural member of the lineup from year one, the Moonpies are one of the hottest bands in the country and will be leading the charge on day one ahead of their late-night Honky-Tonk Tuesday performance.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26 – CHANCE AND THE TAKERS

Mile 0 Fest Scheduled Performances:
WED (1/26) Truman Waterfront Park Amphitheater, 5:00pm-5:40pm
THUR (1/37) Southernmost Beach Cafe – The Kimes Ranch Stage, 12:20pm-1:20pm

-Another inaugural member of the lineup, Chance Anderson will have his full band in tow for the first time this year and is sure to make an impression.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 27 – JUSTIN CLYDE WILLIAMS

Mile 0 Fest Scheduled Performances:
THUR (1/27) Hank’s Hair of the Dog Saloon, 12:00pm-1:00pm
SAT (1/29) The Smokin’ Tuna Saloon – The Deep Eddy Stage, 10:00am-12:00pm

-Officially a Mile 0 Fest rookie, you may remember Williams’ from an impromptu appearance alongside Stoney Larue and Cody Canada during a beach set in year number two.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 28 – RC AND THE AMBERS

Mile 0 Fest Scheduled Performances:
THUR (1/27) The Smokin’ Tuna Saloon – The Deep Eddy Stage, 1:40pm-2:40pm
FRI (1/28) Southernmost Beach Cafe – The Kimes Ranch Stage, 1:40pm-2:40pm

-Oklahoma natives, RC Edwards and Amber Watson, front this fun band that always leave you smiling with their fun lyrics and catchy sound.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 29 – GRADY SPENCER AND THE WORK

Mile 0 Fest Scheduled Performances:
FRI (1/28) Dante’s Pool Bar – The Uncle Bekah Stage, 12:00pm-1:00pm
SAT (1/29) Truman Waterfront Park Amphitheater, 4:00pm-4:40pm

-Making their first Mile 0 Fest appearance, it’s a safe bet this group garners plenty of new fans during their time in the Keys.

If this is your first time to the festival, be sure and check out our Seven Things To Know Before You Go from years past. Including 2021 and 2020 – there’s plenty of tips, tricks, and a preview of just how much fun you’re about to have in paradise.