The Graham Historic Ranch will be boogieing into the night this weekend to raise awareness of the East Coulee Truss Bridge.
This is the seventh annual Badlands Boogie, and more than 20 bands will be taking to the stage.
Last year they managed to stage the event through COVID 19 restrictions.
Organizer John Barry Graham said they have made improvements to the event with a larger covered stage, as well as fire pits and shelters for shade.
He said so far they have raised about $7,500 and are planning to set up a non-profit society this fall to raise awareness of the East Coulee Truss bridge.
“We are hoping to have enough funds to do some type of interpretive center on the south side of the East Coulee Truss Bridge and continue to work to raise awareness,” he said.
“The idea is to make the East Coulee Truss Bridge an attraction now…We’re thinking we are in a position next spring to do that. It’s been a long time coming.
The festival runs from Friday, September 3 to Sunday, September 5. The lineup includes local acts such as Cathie Brown and Jay McLean & Boreas Alive, as well as returning act Acey Lonsberry
One band to look out for according to Graham is Driven 211 with a double drum set, and Shoulder-High Weeds a Tragically Hip tribute.
Tickets are available at Eventbrite or Neighbours Pub.
