Pittonkatonk

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Pittonkatonk 2024: Pittsburgh's ONLY GLOBAL MUSIC Festival Returns for 11th Annual Celebration!!!
Pittsburgh, PA - Pittonkatonk proudly announces its return for the 11th annual celebration of music, community, and activism. On Saturday, May 11, 2024, the Pittonkatonk May Day Festival will once again be held at the Vietnam Veterans Pavilion in Schenley Park, marking a day-long extravaganza of global music, international food vendors, social and environmental justice activism.
As Pittsburgh's only world music festival, Pittonkatonk stands as a beacon of diversity and unity, offering a unique blend of musical acts and community engagement. From the pulsating beats of Balkan Brass to the vibrant melodies of Cumbia, Live Hip-Hop, Bomba, Samba, and Afro-Futurism, Pittonkatonk curates a melting pot of genres, ideologies, and cultures, forging connections across boundaries and generations.
Entering its milestone 11th year, Pittonkatonk has evolved from its roots as a branch of the Honk festivals to become an indispensable platform for cultural exchange. This year's lineup features an eclectic array of performers from Puerto Rico, Congo, Colombia, Palestine, Poland, Canada, and beyond, reflecting the festival's commitment to showcasing the rich tapestry of global music.
In lieu of the traditional potluck, this year's festival will feature an enticing selection of international food vendors, offering tantalizing culinary delights from around the world.
The festival is open to all ages and works to be entirely sustainable with support from PRC for composting, recycling, and landfill sorting, Zero Fossil with renewable energy, bike parking provided by Bike Pgh, and New Sun Rising's commitment to sustainability. Tech 25 will provide event production services providing paid job experience and training for event production apprentices. Also look for tabling by other local non-profit groups raising awareness of social and environmental justice causes.
Full Performance Lineup:
Jupiter and Okwess (Congo)
La Perla (Colombia)
El Laberinto Del Coco (Puerto Rico)
Polky (Poland/Canada)
A.Rob (Palestine/Philly)
1Hood
Balafon West African Dance Ensemble
Eaglerburger Band
Timbeleza
May Day Marching Band
Event Details:
Event: Pittonkatonk Mayday Festival
Date: Saturday, May 11, 2024
Location: Vietnam Veteran's Pavilion, Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Time: 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Admission: Free
FOOD VENDORS INCLUDE:

Shado Beni
El Colibri
Kilimanjaro Flavour
Sprezzatura
Mr Bulgogi
Community Kitchen
Spirit Pizza
Millies Tiny Van
DRINKS BY:
East End Brewing Co (beer and non alcoholic drinks)
Goodlander Cocktails
Others tba
Pittonkatonk relies on the generosity of its supporters to make this vibrant celebration possible. While the event is free for all to attend, monetary donations are crucial to sustain and grow the festival. Contributions can be made at https://gofund.me/dbef2e4b.
For more information and to stay updated on the event, visit Pittonkatonk's website or follow them on social media via the provided Flowcode.
Media Contact: For media inquiries, please contact Pete at 412-251-6058 or email pittonkatonk@gmail.com.
About Pittonkatonk: Pittonkatonk is made possible thanks to the generous support of The Heinz Endowments, The Opportunity Fund, The Grable Foundation, Henry John Simonds Foundation, The Pittsburgh Foundation, and the support from our community. We cannot do it without you. Pittonkatonk is a fiscally sponsored project of New Sun Rising.
Join us as we celebrate the 11th annual Pittonkatonk Mayday Festival, where music, community, and activism unite!
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Time: 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM