Grand Casino, Hinckley
Hinckley, Minnesota
By: Marsworth
DAY 1: FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
Every rock ‘n roller in the surrounding states rush to rural Minnesota in order to relive their glory days during Rocktember’s 10th anniversary -September 8th and 9th 2023. On Friday Tuff, Ted Poley, KIX, and a few other familiar faces hit the stage to celebrate an entire decade of the festival bringing smiles to thousands of faces. This show pulled on the heartstrings of numerous audience members as this was KIX’s second to last performance before retirement. Every spectator walked out of the venue with a full heart that evening.
DAY 2: SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2023
Saturday afternoon brings sluggish smiles that quickly warmed up to party people! We celebrated the second and last day of the festival with Eric Martin with TRIXTER, Vixen, Slaughter, and the infamous “Party Gras” host, Bret Michaels. These bands seriously made it more than worth the 12 hour drive from Cleveland, Ohio. I was able to connect with old friends and make connections with the performers after their sets as they took time to come and meet folks at their merch tents. Hopefully I’ll see you guys in the pit (or in the casino right next door) next year!
