MeadowFest

Name: MeadowFest
Start: 2025-08-23T15:00:00-05:00
Location: Daydream Believer Creative

*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 08/23/2025

Following a debut that drew over 1,000 music fans and raised $40,000 for mental health initiatives, MeadowFest returns for its second year with a beautifully-curated lineup, face-painting, vendors, raffles and fun for all ages. Taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at The Far Out Lounge and Stage, the KUTX- presented mini-festival honors the life and legacy of young Austin musician Meadow Goodman, while raising critical funds and awareness for SIMS Foundation and OutYouth.

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MeadowFest 2025 Returns Bigger Than Ever with Golden Dawn Arkestra, Brownout, Night Drive, Mobley & More

AUGUST 23rd MINI-FEST CELEBRATES THE LIFE OF MEADOW GOODMAN WHILE RAISING FUNDS & AWARENESS FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION

Following a powerful debut that drew over 1,000 music fans and raised $40,000 for mental health initiatives, MeadowFest returns for its second year with a well-curated lineup and continued commitment to community and mental health. Taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at The Far Out Lounge and Stage, the KUTX-presented mini-festival honors the life of young Austin musician Meadow Goodman, while raising critical funds and awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.

This year’s lineup includes the cosmic funk spectacle of Golden Dawn Arkestra, Grupo Fantasma-spinoff / Latin funk powerhouse Brownout, popular dark synthwave trio Night Drive, “hardest working woman in American roots music” (Huffington Post) Carrie Rodriguez, the “soaring and soulful pop music” (KUTX) of Mobley, indie punk trailblazers Girl In A Coma, sultry soul-pop artist Lew Apollo, buzzy funk/afrobeat newcomer Cazayoux, the “unmistakable ferocity” (Austin Chronicle) of rapper Cha’Keeta B, and it all kicks off with School of Rock’s finest.

MeadowFest 2024 recap

Featuring live music on two stages from 3 PM to midnight, the event also includes local vendors, raffles, community speakers, nonprofit and mental health organization tabling, and a ticketed VIP indoor lounge. Tickets are $25 in advance, with VIP passes available for $100, offering access to an air-conditioned lounge with a private bar, complimentary catering, and other perks. Advance ticket buyers will also receive a $20 Postmates voucher.

From top, left to right: Golden Dawn Arkestra, Brownout, Night Drive, Carrie Rodriguez, Mobley

MeadowFest 2025

August 23rd 3pm-12am at The Far Out Lounge and Stage

Golden Dawn Arkestra, Brownout

Night Drive, Carrie Rodriguez, Mobley

Girl In A Coma, Lew Apollo, Cazayoux

Cha'Keeta B, School of Rock (Southwest Austin)

Ticket link: https://bit.ly/meadowfest25

Form top, left to right: Girl In A Coma, Lew Apollo, Cazayoux, Cha'Keeta B, School of Rock (SW Austin)

Now more than ever, communities are in urgent need of accessible mental health support. MeadowFest proudly benefits two vital local nonprofits: SIMS Foundation, which provides mental health and substance use recovery services for Austin’s music community and Out Youth, which supports LGBTQIA+ youth with affirming services and resources. After covering event expenses, 100% of proceeds will go directly to these organizations.

MeadowFest was created in loving memory of Meadow Goodman, a 15-year-old Anderson High School student and aspiring musician who lost her life to mental illness on August 12, 2023. The daughter of local musician Greg Goodman, Meadow was a vibrant, creative force— deeply artistic, and passionate about music and justice. Her family has since turned their grief into action by launching both MeadowFest and the Meadow E. Goodman Foundation for Mental Health Awareness, dedicated to reducing the stigma around mental health and preventing suicide in young people.

Left to right: Mayor ProTem Vanessa Fuentes hugs Greg Goodman after declaring August 24th, 2024 "Meadow Goodman Mental Health Awareness Day" as the Goodman family stands by, Grupo Fantasma headlines MeadowFest 2024, the Goodman family shrine to Meadow, the Goodman family

About the Meadow E. Goodman Foundation:

The Meadow E. Goodman Foundation for Mental Health Awareness is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting teenage mental health through scholarships, research, community events, and targeted funding. Founded in memory of Meadow E. Goodman, the foundation works to uncover and address underlying mental health challenges in teenagers and promote suicide awareness.

About the SIMS Foundation:

Founded in 1995, the SIMS Foundation provides mental health and substance use recovery services and supports for musicians, music industry professionals, and their families. Through education, community partnerships, and accessible managed care, SIMS seeks to destigmatize and reduce mental health and substance use issues, while supporting and enhancing the wellbeing of the music community at large.

About Out Youth:

Founded in 1990, Out Youth provides a safe space for young people to express themselves, access affirming mental health services, and build community. Out Youth offers weekly drop-in center hours, support groups, individual counseling, and social activities. Out Youth promotes the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being of LGBTQIA+ youth, allowing them to openly explore their identities, develop peer support networks, and lead authentic, happy lives.

About KUTX:

KUTX 98.9, the Austin Music Experience - Named “Best Radio Station” in the Austin Music Awards poll nine times since it launched in 2013, KUTX 98.9 is the destination for new music from the diverse artists driving the sound of Austin today – from new and local artists to music that has stood the test of time. Programming includes hundreds of live, one-of-a-kind performances each year; the Austin Music Minute, the KUTX Artist of the Month and the KUTX Song of the Day, as well as KUTX Live events that connect music fans to Austin and national talent.

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Location:

The Far Out Lounge and Stage

8504 S Congress Ave

Austin, TX, 78745

United States

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Contact name:

Adrienne Lake

Email address:

adrienne@daydreambelievercreative.com

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The event has already taken place on this date:

08/23/2025

Time:

3:00PM

Price:

$25 advance, $35 day of show, $100 VIP (includes catering)

Ages

2-3 years 4-5 years 6-8 years 9-12 years Teenagers All Ages Adults & kids together

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