What a Good Friday it is!
We’re crossing our fingers for a repeat of today’s sunshine at Cheat Fest—but let’s be real, it always rains
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Either way, we’re ready to roll into the weekend with the 2025 Cheat Fest music lineup!
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2025 Cheat Fest merch preorder deadline is today!
Today is the last day to preorder your 2025 Cheat Fest merch👕
If you order by tonight at 9pm, your order will be shipped out in April or available for pickup at the Festival.
Any orders placed after today WILL NOT be printed or shipped until late May!
Check out our great items at https://friends-of-the-cheat.square.site/
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2025 Cheat Fest Tickets sales are now OPEN!
Ticket sales are now live for the 2025 Cheat River Festival!
.Join us for an incredible weekend of music featuring Jason Carter, The Barefoot Movement, and more talented artists.
Presale weekend combo tickets are just $40 + tax, keeping the festival affordable for everyone. Kids under 12 get in free, making it an even better value for families!
Get yours today at https://www.showclix.com/event/2025-cheat-river-festival
.Looking for an even more budget-friendly way to attend? Sign up to volunteer! Just one 4-hour shift earns you free entry, onsite camping, backstage food and drinks, and the satisfaction of supporting a great cause.
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Sign up at https://cheatfest.org/volunteer/
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2025 Lineup & artwork drop
Who’s ready for the ultimate Valentine’s Day surprise from Friends of the Cheat? 🎉
.We’re unveiling the FULL lineup for the 2025 Cheat River Festival and dropping this year’s festival artwork—all in one day! ❤️
Mark your calendars for May 2nd & 3rd and get ready to join us in Albright, WV for great music, chill vibes, and a foot-stomping good time.🎶
Check out www.cheatfest.org for more info!
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Cheat Fest Silent Auction items needed!
Olaf would love for you to join him in the Cheat Fest Silent Auction!
We are accepting donations of all shapes and sizes for our virtual auction.
Donations can be almost anything including physical items, handmade crafts, gift certificates for activities or services, overnight stays, and of course*warm hugs*Please email Silentauction@cheat.org with a detailed description of your item, a retail price, and a picture or two to get it entered into the auction. The cut off for info submittal will be Friday, April 26th; anything received after that date will be held for our 2024 Holiday Auction.Donors can bring the items to Cheat Fest, drop off or ship to our office in Kingwood, or hold onto the item until the auction is done and ship directly to the winner.Thank you for all of your support<3
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2024 Cheat Fest Merchandise available for preorder!
2024 Cheat Fest Merchandise presales are available for purchase!
https://cheatfest.org/2024-cheat-river-festival…/
Presales include some items that WILL NOT be at the Fest so get yours today
Just a friendly reminder that any orders put in by March 29th can be picked up at the Fest-just choose the Festival pickup option at checkout! -
Cheat Fest Raffles!
Introducing the TWO 2024 Cheat Fest Raffle items
Outdoor Rivers Firepit
Made and Donated by Sam Wilson
This firepit is made of steel and is painted with black heat resistant paint. It measures 27″ wide, 13″ tall, and inside pit is 8″ deep. It has 8 sides, each featuring a different local river/stream including Red Creek, Otter Creek, Dryfork, Roaring Creek, Cheat Canyon, Blackwater, and Daugherty, and LBS.Tickets are 1 for $5 or 5 for $25
Big Rocker Shredder
Made and Donated by Airtight Inflatables
The Big Rocker Shredder features the same rocker profile as the regular Rocker Shredder with a larger main tube and 2 extra inches of width in the thwarts for longer leg comfort or room for more gear. Great for Class 3 whitewater and up. This Shredder will be outfitted with custom hellbender art straps.Overall Length: 12 feetWidth: ~5 feet, 4 inchesMaximum Pontoon diameter: 22 inchesTypical weight: 50-52 lbs.Tickets are 1 for $10, 3 for $25, or 15 for $100Raffle Tickets can be purchased here: https://friends-of-the-cheat.square.site/Tickets will be sold pre-Fest in our Merch Store and during the Fest.
Raffle winners will be announced on May 4th at 9pm on stage at Cheat Fest.
Winners do not need to be present to win
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2024 Cheat River Festival lineup drop!
Are you all set to leap into the festivities at this year’s Cheat Fest?! 2024 is definitely gearing up to be a special party with a purpose.
Let’s keep these good vibes rolling with the full musical line up for the 30th annual Cheat River Festival
Make sure to follow our Facebook page for updates on all things Cheat Fest!
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2024 Cheat Fest artwork reveal!
The 2024 Cheat River Festival artwork, by the brilliant John K. Victor, embodies – in vibrant color – a celebration of resilience and renewal. The Great Blue Heron, known for its adaptability and perseverance in its habitat, serves as a fitting symbol for Friends of the Cheat’s 30-year mission to restore, preserve, and promote the outstanding qualities of the Cheat River watershed.
Make sure to stay tuned to our FB page for Festival updates including lineup announcements, ticket and merch sales opening dates, and more general information!
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Vendors wanted for the 2024 Cheat River Festival!
We are looking for food, art, goods, and services Vendors for the 2024 Cheat River Festival on May 3rd and 4th, 2024!
Our festival attracts a diverse crowd of music lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, families, and local residents. By showcasing your products or services at our event, you’ll have direct access to a highly engaged audience eager to discover what you have to offer.Don’t wait any longer! Secure your place at the Cheat River Festival and become part of a cherished tradition that brings joy, inspiration, and positive change to our community. Registration closes February 23rd
Visit https://cheatfest.org/vendors/ to sign up today!