Downtown Frankfort Summer Concert: Ellie Ruth and Mama Said String Band

Name: Downtown Frankfort Summer Concert: Ellie Ruth and Mama Said String Band
Start: 2026-05-29T18:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-29T21:30:00-04:00
Location: Old State Capitol, Broadway Street

Schedule

Fri May 29 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Old State Capitol, Broadway Street | Frankfort, KY

🎵 Join us for the Downtown Frankfort Summer Concert Series Kickoff, featuring Ellie Ruth and Mama Said String Band. presented by WesBanco, get ready for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and summer vibes in the heart of our historic city! In partnership with Kentucky Historical Society, City of Frankfort, and Visit Frankfort.
✨ Musical Lineup:
🎤 Ellie Ruth is an award winning violinist/violist/singer songwriter from Louisville KY
🎻 Headliner: Mama Said String Band
Mama Said String Band is an instant classic, since 2016 they’ve been bringing their own brand of the grassroots music you’re so used to hearing to stages everywhere. Based out of Louisville, KY, Mama Said String Band brings a refreshing reinvention to Bluegrass, Folk and Americana while focusing on vocal harmonies and contemporary instrumentation. Having won several notable regional awards including album of the year in the Lexington Music Awards for “Carry The Water”, Best Bluegrass Band in the Appalachian Arts and Entertainment Awards, Bluegrass Artist of the Year in the Lexington Music Awards and with three nominations under their belt, they have made a notable imprint in the Kentucky Music Scene. They bring big, relatable emotions and honest songwriting to every show, leaving fans always wanting more.
📍 Location: The heart of Downtown Frankfort will come alive with music, laughter, and community spirit throughout our charming downtown! With Thanks to Encore Sponsors: Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Gary Yeomans Ford, Dr. Black's Eye Associates, and Harrod Concrete.