Sweetwater have announced that their annual DrumFest event will once again be taking place at the Sweetwater Campus in Fort Wayne. Set for 6 and 7 June 2025, the event will feature a line-up of world-renowned artists, and welcomes music enthusiasts of all ages for a whole host of educational and interactive experiences.
Attendees can learn directly from renowned drummers thanks to a series of hands-on clinics, which will be followed by meet-and-greet sessions where attendees can chat to and get autographs from their favourite performers. Sweetwater have lined up a number of world-class musicians for this year’s festivities: on the Friday afternoon, guests can attend workshops and meet-and-greet sessions for Tommy Clufetos and Art Cruz, while Saturday will feature appearances by Nic Collins, Trevor Lawrence Jr., Tommy Aldridge, and Calvin Rodgers.
“DrumFest is more than just a celebration of rhythm. It’s a convergence of passion, education and community. Bringing together award-winning artists, iconic drum kits and hands-on experiences, this event embodies Sweetwater’s commitment to inspiring musicians and curating one-of-a-kind musical experiences.” Samantha Hunter, Director of Campus Productions & Artist Relations, Sweetwater
In addition to featured artists, DrumFest will include the opportunity for drummers to compete in the World’s Fastest Drummer Challenge, view historic memorabilia from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Percussive Arts Society, and more.
The DrumFest sale at Sweetwater kicks off on Saturday 31 May, and runs through Saturday 7 June, with on-campus events taking place across both days. Guests are encouraged to register in advance to receive their free VIP Passes for both days of the event here. Guests that register for the event will be entered to win a $2,500 Sweetwater Gift Card.
More information can be found on the Sweetwater website.
