Redfest

The entire event was fantastic. We loved the lineup. Every concert we saw was amazing. Kenny Wayne Sheppard is a phenomenal guitarist. Colt Ford was hilarious. Jeff Foxyworthy knows how to party!!!

Redfest was incredible. MUSIC was awesome and the comedy acts were great. I would love to see more comedians. Plenty of bathrooms and easy to access. We had great seats my only complaint was that people from the back areas and the grass areas were allowed to come up and occupy the seats that were vacant upfront near the stage or actually any vacant seats that were closer. This started becoming a problem when the actual people who those seats belong to showed up and wanted to sit down and the people either did not want to move or took their sweet time getting out of the seats which blocked my view and interrupted my show not to mention stepping on my feet and just was annoying in general. I paid a good price for my seats and did not appreciate having to get people out of my seats if they beat me to a particular show or the seats around me and interfered with our viewing having to deal with them being in other people's seats not wanting to move or like I said taking their time and causing interruption and stepping on our feet, etc. That was really annoying.

Overall it was a great show. Lynyrd Skynyrd did not disappoint. I was very impressed with Kenny Wayne Shepperd. Other bands, Eric Tessmer, Hellbound Glory, and Whiskey Sisters made me a fan of theirs.

Had a wonderful time. Beers a little overpriced, and the place needs more shade areas, but otherwise, a great time. I will definitely camp next year.

Had a great night out at Redfest! Hope to fo it again next year.

Redfest was a great time for the entire family! There was lots for everyone to do and the entertainment clean. Can't wait for next year!

So fun, good acts, great weather! Food little high priced, but loved free water refills

The whole event was awesome. I was there both Saturday and Sunday. Well worth the money paid for the shows and I can not wait till next years show. The only thing I te come d is getting a little more shade. Sitting in the sun for that long was worth seeing the artist but misrable after being in the sun all day.

The lineup was absolutely great, worth every penny! I can hardly wait to see the line up for next year as I will be there!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Had a blast! Loved all the performers and had a great time!! Wish the food and drinks were not so expensive and that I had better seats but other than that had a great time!! Can't wait to do it again next year!

great variety of popular artists. fun activities to participate in before the concerts. good selection of tents to survey.

This event was advertised as an all day fun event with multiple activities and festival type atmosphere but it was far from it. The acts were spread to far apart with little to do in between. There were insurance vendors and military boot camp booths and a few odd and ends vendor but over all not a fun time for individuals or families. Larry the cable guy had nothing but jokes about farting and wall mart\u2026..pretty boring

attended Saturday and sunday, music was great.Jeff Foxworthy was hilarious.First time I ever heard corbin Easton, absolutely great show.

It was fun, with lots of things to do and covered areas to hang out in during rainy times.

Awesome event!!! Can't wait to go again next year.

The Redfest was much more fun than I anticipated. The bands were all great and kept the audience engaged! There was some fun people watching! The weather was pleasant...overall, fabulous day!!

Everything was great!!! The energy that Big and Rich brought got everybody pumped the n Larry's jokes were funny. But I will say Kip Moore and Tim Mcgraw were awesome!!!!!

All the artists were amazing!! Weather,,,,despite the few raindrops was very comfortable....can't wait for next years REDFEST!!!

Loved everything about it. Great bands, and not over crowded! Had a blast! My only complaint would be the prices of the drinks and food are too high. Other than that, I can't wait to see which bands will be there next year!

Ampitheater is always a great time! There's lots of fun activities even before concerts.

It was huge and fun , met great ppl the performers were incredible and had amazing seats for each concert! ! (":

Enjoyed the event very much. Found the venue to be clean and easy to navigate. Tim McGraw was even better than expected and Cassadee Pope was also a bright spot. As with most events, beer was too expensive $7 - $8.50 is a little high for my budget. Water was $4 or so, but they did allow one bottle and I did see a filling station...so,.a little pre-planning is in order.

We are from Europe and were for business in the area. Great opty to see this event. We had a great time and although its unlikely I will be in the Austin area next year I sure recommend this to anybody who likes Country music.

Great venue. Bands were pretty good. All the promo tents/games closed way too early.

This band is still FABULOUS after all these years--Ronnie, your voice is amazing. I hope y'all will come back to Austin again SOON!

What an awesome event!!! Loved every minute of it.

Between all the stages there was something for everyone. Comedy, Some harder new country stars ,and classics. Looking forward to next year.

Tim McGraw was the best performance of the weekend! The comedians Jeff Foxwothy and Rodney Carrington were awesome! Lynyrd Skynyrd rocked! Great selection of music and comedians. Great variety of activities! What a great weekend! Also, want to complement COTA as they have made great improvements in having plenty of port a potties available and stocked with TP and hand cleaning. Thank you!

This was one of the best concert events I have been too. All the artist was amazing and each one of them gave a special tribute to our military service troops. I can only hope that COTA will continue to make this an annual Memorial Day event.

So proud to be a part of this inaugural event! Texas does it right! Already planning on going next year! The line up was great, the weather was great!

Main stage was great nice venue. Second stage was nice and intimate. Third stage sucked. No seating and on hot black top.

We had an amazing weekend and would love to do it all over again

I was there all three days and enjoyed the shows and music. My friends and I couldn't believe who was there. There could be more shade my some umbrellas. I think the music stages should be closer together. It was boring during the change of the venue so I think you should have the comics come out and entertain us while they are changing. Thank you for letting this happen

Great times, with great friends, met new friends and made many great memories, even despite the rain!! Traffic coming in & out was not as bad as I thought it was going to be, sheriff's dept. did an amazing job! Will definitely go next year should they decided to bring it back!!

The bands were great, the venue was amazing as the sound was the best I have heard in an out door setting! Skynyrd was tight and sounded better than I expected, Tim McGraw was less of the showman that I thought he would be, although he hit all the songs that we listen to on the radio.... but played WAY TO LATE! Florida Georgia Line...yeah these good ole boys just threw it down and pretty much made folks think...TIm old man who??? All in all the main stage had the acts to hold you there the whole time. Rodney is Rodney thus understand why he played late night Friday. Larry and Jeff did a great job!

EVERYTHING THAT CAME INCLUDED WITH THE PRICE OF THE WEEKEND TICKET MADE IT WELL WORTH THE PRICE MY WIFE IS A VETERAN WHO DOESNT LIKE MEMORIAL DAY OR VETERANS DAY TOO MUCH BECAUSE SHE DOESNT LIKE TO GET FUSSED OVER ABOUT IT BUT SHE SAID THIS WAS THE BEST MEMORIAL DAY SHE HAS EVER HAD AND WOULD GO AGAIN EVERY YEAR THEY HAD IT. SHE ALSO SAID THE DISCOUNTED PRICES THEY HAD FOR ACTIVE MILITARY AND VETERANS WAS WELL WORTH IT ALSO. WE WILL DEFINATLEY BE GOING AGAIN . THANK YOU MR. FOXWORTHY!!!!

The bands were great. The only complaints I have: parking I paid for was changed and I ended up parking in different places/lots every time and not once the lot I paid for; the pricing on food/drinks was ridiculous & we had no choice unless we wanted to starve/thirst to death-you should monitor/decrease the pricing of food and drink prices...especially the water; lawn chairs were a big issue...we were told they were not allowed but then others had them. Same as umbrella's-it WAS raining at times!; last but not least the general lawn area needs to be watched for rude/drunk disturbing people-we had people kicking us and talking loudly amongst themselves during comedian acts so we could only hear part of the act. Who do you complain to??

this was a big event endeavor and the 1st year. so overall well done and put on. I think as it matures it will get better as they figure out what to fine tune and tweak. a big venue with a lot of ground to cover. Blackberry Smoke would have totally rocked the house for country rock artists. maybe next year. would be nice not to charge $4-4.50 for a bottle of water that cost $0.25. it's one thing to make a profit, it's another to steal it.

Everything was great but the prices on the beverages and food. $9 for a beer and $12 for a small frozen pizza is highway robbery. I also did not like the all the small booths trying to sell you a timeshare or take your money from "games" to win prizes. Take away all the vendor thieves and this concert would be great.

My family and I had a great time. We loved that a lot of the activities were included in the price of the ticket and the entertainment was great. All of the employees at COTA were very nice and I hope to come again next year.

My husband and I enjoyed this event and would love to return next year. Great Job!

Poorly handled by venue. No control of fans. They allowed anyone and everyone on to the floor irregardless of where your seats were located. Constant distraction from people being removed from the true ticket holders' seats.

Very well planned and organized...incredible artists! Loved Tim McGraw, Jeff Foxworthy, Larry the Cable Guy, Kelli Pickler, Easton Corbin, Lynard Skynard and the guys from Duck Dynasty!!

Overall had a good time despite only knowing the comedians & Duck Dynasty groups.

We had a blast at 2014 RedFest! Looking forward to having it again next year at COTA.

This was an amazing weekend! Loved all of the singers and comedians! Thank you Jeff Foxworthy for putting this together! Was a great weekend with fun people and a great way to remember and celebrate the men and women serving our country! Will be back next year!

My husband and I really enjoyed the Tim McGraw show.

RedFest was AMAZING! The venue was a good size, so the villages were far enough apart to relieve congestion but close enough you weren't walking for miles. The sponsors had very entertaining activities (ie. zip lining, cattle roping, photo booths, go karts, human gyroscope, etc). There was a pleasant amount of free swag (YETI cooler hats were AWESOME! State Farm ponchos saved a lot of people from the rain). It was brilliant to make it Memorial Day weekend, so you had Monday to recover from the 3 day party. The GA lawn seating was chill and spacious. The Dance Hall was a nice idea, but the location made it less popular. Line dancing would have encouraged more participation. And the most important part of it all, the line up was freaking INSANE! I saw about 15 acts, making it $6/act. I can't even believe it! I went to the shows for: Tim McGraw, Florida Georgia Line, Kip Moore, Justin Moore, Parmalee, Colt Ford, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Big & Rich, Easton Corbin, Kellie Pickler, Love & Theft, Craig Morgan, Amber Carrington, Larry the Cable Guy, and Jeff Foxworthy. SO incredible! Jeff Foxworthy did an amazing job organizing this event. Austin was the perfect location, $100 for GA was the perfect price, and Memorial Day weekend was the prime date. This will be an annual event for me!

The headliners for each night, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Tim McGraw, and Florida Georgia Line, were fantastic. The supporting performers on the main stage were also very good (Craig Morgan, Justin Moore, Kip Moore, etc.). However, the layout of the festival was a little confusing, and the booths weren't that great. You could tell they put effort into organizing a "festival" around the concerts but they didn't quite hit the nail on the head as far as an overall experience. However, the music was a priority for me, and I got a military discount for food and beer, so the festival as a whole gets four stars.

The line-up was awesome. The facilities were awesome! We really enjoyed the cornhole pits, and the kids had a great time playing dodgeball. I would recommend wristbands for the campers instead of individual tickets. Keeping up with three tickets is not that big of a deal, but if one was to be lost I would have been screwed. Beer prices were crazy expensive for an event that last three days. I spent over $400 bucks on beer for just two people. Seems like a ton of beer, but that is only seven beers each per day.

This was the best $100 I've ever spent. 3 days worth of incredible musicians, comedians, and activities. There was always something to do. The zipline, pig racing, dance hall, archery, and lassoing activity were so much fun. Kip Moore, Easton Corbin, Tim McGraw, Amber Carrington, and Parmalee were amazing! The sponsors were amazing as well. The only thing I did not enjoy was getting rained on, paying 12 dollars for a 4in pizza, and that there was only one hydration station, there should be more.

This was a great event at a very nice and clean facility. All of the performers were amazing and gave a great concert or comedy act!! Loved being able to bring a blanket and lay out on the lawn between acts, although I wish I could have been closer at times. There were times when we were aloud to go sit closer when all of the seats were not filled, which was great!!

This was an amazing event, camped in the campground.

Would love to see this be an annual Memorial Day weekend event in Austin. Venue was great location for all the activities that were offered. For those who bought tickets early there should have been some sort of chance for upgrade to reserved seating for headliners. There were those of us who bought tickets 6 months out!

Redfest was a great festival! The musical acts were fantastic, offering a little bit of everything that country music has to offer. Fun non-music options were available, and everyone seemed to have a good time. Food options were pretty good. A few nitpicks, but nothing that won't keep us from coming back next year: - If you're going to have a family-friendly festival, then you probably shouldn't have an "18 and up only" show headlining the first night. We left early because of that, and we were told that we didn't miss anything because Rodney Carrington wasn't very good. - There needs to be a roped-off line for the shuttle back to the parking lots- too many line jumpers. -The line at the grill (can't remember the exact name of it, but it is one of the CotA permanent concession stands) took too long. We stood in line for 45 minutes Friday night, and the food (chicken strips and fries, and a burger) were mediocre at best.

3 days, 50 bands, what a weekend! All went pretty smooth for 1st time event. Would prefer, golf cart access, Coors product offered, but other than that it was a great weekend!

I have been listening to reggae music for over 30 years and rock before that. I never really went out of my way to buy country music or go to a country music concert. This was not your grandpa's music. RedFest and the music I listened to seemed to be a blend of Country / Blues / Rock and a little Soul. In short, RedFest and the music represented America, what we stand for and a collection of people who are passionate about their music...which exceeded my expectations. As a Rasta, all I can say is this Country music was awesome and I can't wait to come back. We made new friends and vowed to take the same spot on the grass next year at the Austin360 stage. Irie Country!!!

RedFest was the best thing ever! The food was good and the music even better! I hope they continue to do this every year. I would love to make this a birthday tradition!!!

This was a great event for the entire family. Top country artists and lots of activities for children as well.

Everything went splendid I was so excited to see fgl that it was my 21st birthday gift from my husband things were a little pricey but it was excellent

I took my grandson to this event to see Jared and The Mill @ The Natty Light Stage. What a fabulous show not to mention them coming out to perform in the midst of the crowd. Then they came out to visit, take photos and sign autographs. If this was all we did at this Redfest it would have been worth the price. On to the Austin 360 Amphitheater to see Kenny Wayne Shepherd. He rocked this place out with some killer blues. The people were great and the off and on rain did not break the spirits. Big and Rich are not my cup of tea but still was fun to see. Larry the Cable Guy was funny and entertaining. Didn't stay for the rest of the days music and missed Tim McGraw. We had a fabulous time all together. It didn't seem to have the crowd the planners had hoped for and there were confusing issues for tickets with reserved seats and upgraded parking. I do believe this was part of not selling a lot of tickets. The weather and Holiday weekend also played a part. I would attend another Redfest as this seems it's going to be an annual event. Thank God for all our service members in which ever branch they serve.

This was a much anticipated event for me and it DID NOT disappoint ! We had a blast and the 12 + hours we spent out at the event went by comfortably enjoyable. Not too fast not to slow. Plenty of stimuli for the senses . We can't wait to get tickets to next years event. Awesome awesome awesome.

Great Concept and really good acts. this thing will be bigger and bigger every year they do it. I hope they do it again.

I loved the lineup! From the comedians to the concerts, they were all great shows! Hoping to see maybe Miranda Lambert there next year!

My Top picks were: Tim McGraw, Justin Moore, Easton Corbin, Tip! Do not buy so called Reserved floor setting, for they are not held for you! Buy General seating and they will let you sit in the expensive Reserved seats. Almost every time we went to our seats or came back from the restroom, or getting beer or food we had to have the usher remove someone from our seats, In General seating you don't have this hassle and you could still sit in floor seating if not occupied.

Tim McGraw was fabulous! Enjoyed Cassedee Pope and Kip Moore too! Great new annual event !!!!

RedFest was one of, it not the best, country music concert I've ever been to. The venue was fantastic and the lineup was out of this world good considering the value price of the tickets. Will definitely be back next year.

This event was well organized and a lot of fun. Hope they have it again next year.

Thank you to Jeff and all of his friends. Jeff, Tim McGraw, and Larry the cable guy were favorites and we enjoyed so many others. I showed up late like so many others I missed Duck Dynasty. Probably no big loss there.

Enjoyed finally able to get to see Lynyrd Skynyrd, Rodney Carrington had us in tears from laughing, Larry the Cable Guy disappointed, Tim McGraw was awesome, and Jeff Foxworthy and Florida Georgia Line were great

Venue is awesome. Event staff, tram drivers, restrooms above expectations. Only problem and it was a big one. I had an issue with "the come on down" from the lawn and seats behind us. I understand the need for good pr and pictures but this was unacceptable. I didn't pay for seats that I had to fight to get back almost every time I came back from another event. It made for a uncomfortable situation that shouldn't happened to me or from what we saw happening around us. I paid for the seat I wanted. I didn't pay for lawn and except to "come on down".I don't blame the people who did because it sure was a great deal for them. I next time I'll save some money buy lawn seats and take my chances.

Best festival I've been to in years.....can't wait until next year. Open the gates earlier than one hour before the show starts........

We totally enjoyed the entertainment at the 360 Amphitheater. Three days of fantastic music and comedy for a price that could not be matched anywhere else. We are looking forward to next years Red Fest and have several friends that want to join us.

The whole experience was amazing! The food and drinks were a bit over priced but the overall experience was the best!

Very enjoyable!!!!! Would do it again in a heartbeat!!!!

VERY SPREAD OUT .... hard to find your way around! Memorial Day in TX is HOT and HUMID! Amph 360 headliners - Tim McGraw and Florida Georgia Line rocked the house. Larry the Cable Guy best comedian by far. Nice venue, but, lots of empty seats during the earlier acts and hosts encouraged lawn folks to fill in ... not a good idea! No one wanted to leave. Kellie Pickler was good, too! Some entertainers simply did not maintain schedule. Laser Tag and Zip Line more for kids. Rain dashed our night at the carnival. Never got to drive the Go-Kartss

Loved it - please do again next year. We were in the RV trackside parking and will do again. Great event in every way. Can't wait until next year - timing of year was great!

Both were exceptional. The bands and comics all through the event were great. The food and drinks were overpriced but good.

I am so pleased to that we were a part of the first Redfest in ATX. Great music!!! All of the shows were amazing. Lots to do and see - in fact, we didn't get to see all of it. We camped and that is the only way to go! I am ready to get my name on the list for next year. I hope that it will become an annual event for Austin. My first time at the COTA and I am so impressed with the event site and the wonderful staff. REDFEST 2014 AUSTIN TEXAS - A GREAT MEMORY!!!

Loved everything about the festival! Enjoyed camping, staff everywhere were all friendly and helpful, hilarious comedy and great music - lots of variety from country to folk to blue grass. Being prepared with an extra pair of shoes (for the extra walking) and ear plugs helped immensely. Frequent reminders throughout the performances thanking the military for their services. Christopher with Woody RV Rentals went to extra lengths to make our camping experience more pleasurable.

The overall concept of red fest is admirable, honoring our veterans and active duty service men and women. The lineup was good. Rodney Carrington was hilarious, Tim McGraw excellent, Jeff and Larry used a lot of old material that was just not that funny. Everyone else was fair to good. I had a good time but will probably not go again.

Go early to see and experience it all. Take cash and lots if you plan on drinking. Fun time.

We had a wonderful time. We were able to see LOTS of artists and comedians. Can't wait until the next RedFest event!!!!

Positives......For the inaugural Austin event....I was impressed!!! The Circuit of The Americas facility is really nice. The bands that were lined up were phenomenal.....Tim McGraw put on a fantastic show. He played for two hours without stopping. There were plenty of vendors and fun games to play if you weren't there for the music. The carnival rides were a nice touch for the younger kids. Dislikes....beverage prices were a little steep, a little higher than an NFL game. I didn't mind paying $20 for parking, but I'm not a fan of the "no in and out" policy. There were three day parking passes available initially, but they "sold out". Would like to see some of the big name female acts next year. Overall it was a great weekend, wife and I are already making plans for next year!

This 3 day music festival was such a great idea! The venue was perfect! Each show was so much fun! I can't wait until next year!!!

It was a BLAST!!!! I look forward to doing it every year!!