“We have full service for beer, wine and liquor,” he explained, “with several local wineries in attendance. Nelson reminds attendees that no outside foods or beverages are allowed, but plenty of vendors in the form of food trucks with various offerings are on-site. We have large charter buses, so everyone can be accommodated at once.” “We have California Highway Patrol helping folks leave the parking lot,” Nelson added, “but there’s no waiting when you take the shuttle. Taking the shuttle omits the walk from the parking lot and also the congestion after the show. “Shuttles run continually from the casino from the time the venue gates open at 4:30 until one hour after the show.” “You can hop on a shuttle that drops you at the entrance to the pavilion,” he said.

Nelson encourages folks to park at the casino. Parking is free whether in lots adjacent to the venue or at the casino. “We have a 140-foot stage that can accommodate big productions and the largest video walls in an outdoor venue in Northern California. Named for the logging enterprise that once occupied the land, Westside Pavilion holds 6,000 concertgoers, with 2,500 reserved seats and 3,500 general admission tickets. The Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians purchased the 328-acre property in 2004 and completed the entertainment venue in 2018. The new Westside Pavilion is off Tuolumne Road next to Summerville High School, the same venue that hosts the fall Strawberry Music Festival and the Westside Tribute Band and Brew Fest. “But we also have Snoop Dogg on tap – he’s a musical legend – and the rapper and pop artist Pitbull, who will create a different kind of party atmosphere,” Nelson said. According to Nelson, country and classic rock music have the broadest appeal for the audience, so the lineup leans toward these genres. The fact that this is the second year of the series makes Tuolumne County a more appealing stop to performers. “We have the hottest performers among those touring this year, including Peter Frampton on his farewell tour.” The concert series at Westside Pavilion, 17807 Tuolumne Road, Tuolumne, has 12 shows in 2019. Nelson, executive director of operations at the Black Oak Casino Resort in Tuolumne. “We’re excited to kick off our second season,” exclaimed B.J.

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