
October 16, 2010 marks the first annual Gonzo Fest at Monkey Wrench (
From noon to midnight
come and join a tribute to the life, work and legacy of one of the most fearless writers of all time,
According to Monkey Wrench owner Dennie Humphrey “This will be a celebration featuring some of the best local bands, musicians, singers, poets, authors, visual artists and more. Live music entertainment includes The Galoots, The Commonwealth, Workers, The Fervor, Brigid Kaelin, Tyrone Cotton, Siegel, Your News Vehicle, GNUMA, Scott Carney of Wax Fang and more artists to be announced. Music, food and festivities will start at noon. We will also be featuring all Flying Dog Ales on draft, including the Gonzo Imperial Porter as well as some pub exclusives and casks.”
Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 the day of the event. Tickets can be purchased at the Monkey Wrench, Ear-X-tacy or .
A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Gonzo Foundation and a local high school creative writer for a scholarship grant. A Hunter S. Thompson mural will be unveiled during the Gonzo Fest, created by
“Good people drink good beer” – Hunter S. Thompson
For more information, please call Dennie at: (502) 582-2433
Photo Courtesy of: The Monkey Wrench