Cherry Festival 2024 Starts: Performance Lineup, Ticket Info And More

BEAUMONT, CA — The 2024 Beaumont Cherry Festival officially got underway Thursday evening at the grounds of its new home, Noble Creek Park.

The event started at 5 p.m. Festivities continue Friday, again beginning at 5 p.m., but lasting until 11 p.m. Saturday's hours are from 12 p.m. until midnight and Sunday's hours are from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The first show to take the stage at 6 p.m. on Thursday was California-based Grand Junction Band, whose music is described as a "blend of traditional and modern country music."

"From classic country favorites to modern chart-toppers, Grand Junction's setlist is designed to get audiences on their feet," the band's website states. "Their original tracks, packed with heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies, add a unique touch to their shows."

Tierra & Malo performed at 8 p.m.

Single-day admission prices— which include entry to the live entertainment— range from $10 to $18 per person. A four-day wristband costs between $30 and $54. Children 4 and under are free.

Separate ride tickets must be purchased for those attractions.

Attendees hoping to drop off their children need to keep in mind that those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

"Due to previous incidents at the Cherry Festival, the CFA is enforcing a strict chaperone policy," the Cherry Festival Association said on Instagram. "Guests aged 17 or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone at aged least 21 for venue entry."

One chaperone is required per ten youths, and they are expected to remain onsite with their guests.

The weekend's entertainment schedule is as follows:

Friday, May 31

• 5:30 p.m.: The Superfreaks
• 6:45 p.m.: 24k Magic
• 8:30 p.m.: Banda Machos

Saturday, June 1

• 12:30 p.m.: Nojac
• 3 p.m.: Sullvn
• 5:30 p.m.: Steven Adler of Guns and Roses
• 9 p.m.: Locash

Sunday, June 2

• 12:30 p.m.: Soul Pointe
• 3 p.m.: Tina & The Stones
• 4:45 p.m.: Red Hot Cholo Peppers
• 6:30 p.m.: Puddle of Mudd

Noble Creek Park is located at 390 Oak Valley Parkway.

For more information, visit the Cherry Festival website here.