Mile 0 Fest to Showcase ‘Red Dirt’ and Americana Stars in Key West

KEY WEST, Florida Keys — Steve Earle, the Red Clay Strays, Shane Smith and the Saints, the Randy Rogers Band, Reckless Kelly and other celebrated musicians from the Americana and “Red Dirt” genres are slated to perform in subtropical Key West Tuesday through Saturday, Jan. 21-25, at the annual Mile 0 Fest.

The lively open-air festival is expected to draw more than 60 solo performers and bands, all representing the musical styles that blend elements of rock, country and the American roots tradition. The event is named for Key West’s geographical location at the beginning of U.S. Highway 1, which is marked with a green “MILE 0” sign. 

Attendees can enjoy five nights of main stage shows at Key West’s Coffee Butler Amphitheater, located at 21 Quay Road, beside Truman Waterfront Park. Intimate acoustic jams and songwriter swaps at other island locations are to complement the main-stage action.

The musical lineup features groups and bands ranging from emerging artists to critically acclaimed Americana and “Red Dirt” stars. As well as the genre standouts already listed, performers include Stoney LaRue, Wade Bowen, 49 Winchester, Django Walker, Bri Bagwell, Adam Hood, Taylor Hunnicutt and other notables.

Now in its eighth year, Mile 0 Fest has become a popular musical gathering acclaimed for its laid-back Key West atmosphere, balmy subtropical weather and the opportunity for up-close interaction with featured performers. 

While enjoying the onstage shows, audience members can purchase offerings from local food trucks, mobile bars and other vendors. As well as the musical experience, they can choose to participate in Key West activities ranging from a fishing derby to offbeat “Tipsy Tikis” cocktail cruises. 

Among festival admission options are five-day packages that include accommodations, entrance to all event venues, private VIP parties, a live-music sailing excursion and more. Multi-day and single-day passes without accommodations, each allowing entrance to all event venues, also are available. 

Festival information and ticketing: mile0fest.com