In this episode of the Music Festivals Podcast, we take a up-close look at a truly one-of-a-kind Midwest music venue. I’m breaking down the Poe Road Music Sanctuary’s 2025 Season Opener in Grand Rapids, Ohio—a one night festival held at a hidden gem set in the middle of the cornfields with a history as unique as its lineup.
Poe Rd. is definitely an Ohio festival venue that should be on your list for this summer and fall. Join me as I recap the night’s standout performances from bands like The Funk Factory, ekoostik hookah, and Top Scrub, and see some of the performances from the weekend along with aerial drone video footage of the venue.
SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for Weekly Episodes, LIVE Performances & More ⏯️
Subscribe to the Channel
Live Performances Playlist
Band & Musicians Interviews Playlist
Conversations with Your Festival Neighbor
Music Festival Ticket Giveaways 🎟️
Click to Enter
BONUS FEATURE 👀
ekoostik hookah LIVE at Poe Rd - Set 1 Encore, "Ecstasy" (4.26.25)
Find the Venue 🏕️
Poe Rd. Music Sanctuary
Band Channels from the Season Opener 🎸
ekoostik hookah
The Funk Factory
Top Scrub
Videos on Grand Rapids Ohio History 🏞️
Hidden History of Grand Rapids with Matthew Ellis
Discover the 419 - Grand Rapids, Ohio
Behind the Lens - Grand Rapids, Ohio
Key Moments in the Podcast ⏯️
00:22 Episode introduction and what's inside
01:25 A Brief History of Grand Rapids Ohio
04:20 About Poe Rd. Music Sanctuary's Owner & Team
05:41 Aerial Drone Footage of Poe Rd. Music Sanctuary
07:08 ekoostik hookah LIVE performance: "Walk Real Fast"
15:15 Episode Wrap Up with Venue & Vibe Footage
17:18 Hookahville 60 Ticket Package WINNER Announcement
18:00 How to Win Free Music Festival Tickets
18:09 How to Subscribe to Music Festivals Podcast
18:27 Get Deals from Our Partners
18:52 Up Next Week: Interview with Ben Majeska of Armchair Boogie
------------------------
Production Credits 🙏
Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC
Music Bed Intro — Holly Bowling from Dark Star Jubilee 05/25/24. 🎹
-------------------------------
#musicfestival #livemusic #ohiofestivals #festivalvibes #festivalculture #grandrapids #ekoostikhookah #festivalcommunity #reviews #livemusic
