The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano is hosting the second annual Milpa Music Festival on July 29-30. The festival honors the land's legacy and showcases the unique flavors of milpa crops: corn, beans, and squash. It embodies regenerative organic agriculture, focusing on soil health, animal welfare, and social fairness.
The event features 13 local bands, interactive art projects, workshops, craft beverages, and hyper-local food. The festival promotes environmental sustainability, agriculture, and food security.
Local musical acts include Mitchum Yacoub, Skeleton Crew, Gazoota, Message, Semi-Trucks, and Born Dead on Saturday; and B-Side Players, Moonsville Collective, Damian DeRobbio & The Folk Cartel, Glue LA, Helena Holleran, Caroline & Walter, and Lola Kristine on Sunday.
Tickets are required for all adults and children five and up
1-Day General Admission (Saturday or Sunday):
- Online: $45 adult, $15 child
- Door Prices: $50 adult, $20 child
2 Day Ticket (Saturday & Sunday):
- Online: $70 adult, $25 child
- Door Prices: $80 adults, $30 for child
TICKETS
Tickets can be purchased at theecologycenter.org/milpa-fest/
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