Thanks for supporting the Olympia Hempfest 2007. We had
30,000+ attendees over the 2 day event; and our looking forward to
this years event which is predicted to be the biggest Hemp event
ever held on the Washington state capitol campus.
Also big news for next year, we change our name officially to the
Olympia Hemp, Love and Freedom Rally to
better serve you...
Plus don't forget Peace Movement Northwest's Hemp Education day
Monday August 25th at the front steps of the capitol dome, and the
Medical Marijuana Rally at the department of health in Tumwater, WA;
That's 2 rallies happening at the same time don't miss your chance
to get active - 10AM - 3PM.
OLY HEMPFEST 2008
Olympia Hempfest was founded in 2003 as a gathering of 500 people
on the original Washington state capitol campus in downtown Olympia
and has grown into one of the major Olympia events in just under its
fourth year, with a annual theme of “Helping” each year Oly Hempfest
strives to break down the barriers and remind people about our
heritage and our responsibility to be active citizens.
Event information
Date/Time:
SAT AUG 23rd 11AM – 8PM & SUN AUG 24TH 11AM – 6PM
Location:
Heritage Park is a 24-acre state-owned property adjacent to
Capitol Lake and downtown Olympia, WA. It is the northern
extension of the Washington state capitol campus.
click here for directions.
Admission:
Free with a $5 suggested Donation
Entertainment:
Oly Hempfest 2008 will feature 16+ musical acts that are made
up of regional touring bands and Olympia’s most prominent up
coming artists performing. In addition there will be a disc golf course for your
enjoyment.
Speakers:
This year we are again privileged to have some of the most
prominent people in the Hemp movement today speak at our event:
Jack Herer, Eddy Lepp, Elvy Musikka, Jeff Steinborne, Barry
Cooper just to name a few.
Munchie Market:
We are proud to announce that we have a new and improved food
court this year with an emphasis on Hemp, Organic, and Vegan
foods.
Vendor Row:
The Vendor Row is where Art, Craft, & Import vendors from all
over the country converge; you are sure to find some great
hemp-based and hemp-related products.
Contact:
If you have any questions or need more in formation about our
event please feel free to contact Jeremy Miller at 360-456-3517
or email us at
olyhempfest@gmail.com
