PuckettFest

05/28/2026

Quick update as we head into the weekend. Make sure to come out all three days and check out the awesome bands. See y’all soon!

05/28/2026

Attention Puckettfest attendees: For Friday and Saturday only, we'll be hosting a pop-up merch market at The Blue Aux, just a couple doors down from The Alcove!

Grab merch from the bands playing, or from us! We've got some fun throwback tees along with brand new designs coming your way.

We can't wait to see you this weekend!

05/27/2026

"Puckett was a strong believer in community and music, and he had built a scene full of both...He was a mentor who showed people that you can do anything if you really want to. He gave some of Louisville's most successful bands their first chance, taught them about contracts, business, and representation, and, most importantly, he made everyone feel like someone."

In our latest blog, tart_ackerart recalls meeting Puckett when they were in high school together, some of his...interesting choices in gas stations, and why she's excited for Puckettfest this weekend.

Check it out now: https://www.puckettfest.com/post/faces-behind-the-fest-tiffany-ackerman

05/27/2026

We're just a few days out from the first-ever Puckettfest! To help plan your weekend, we've got some maps for you of The Alcove and Mag Bar! What are you most looking forward to this weekend? (We're totally not already dreaming about burgers at The Alcove and Pizza Donisi for dinner 👀.)

05/17/2026

A SUPER LIMITED amount of Saturday tickets have been released. Get ‘em before they’re gone! (And remember the show is now 21+.)

05/17/2026

Hi friends, we’ve got some good news, and some bad news; The good news is that more tickets for Saturday’s show will be dropping Sunday, May 17th!

The bad news is that, unfortunately, Friday and Saturday at The Alcove are now 21+ only. The Indiana Alcohol and To***co Commission has denied our all-ages request. We are so grateful for all the work The Alcove has done as our venue partner, and are already brainstorming for all-ages options with them for 2027.

Sunday at the Mag Bar will remain all-ages. If you’re under 21 and purchased a Friday/Saturday ticket, please email us at [email protected] or DM us on socials for refund options.

Love,
The Pucketteers

05/16/2026

What record was this for you? Was it a Little Heart Records release? Was it a band you learned about through Puckett or another friend? Let us know in the comments!

Want to find your next favorite band? Puckettfest isn't just full of reunion acts, but tons of active bands, newer acts, and maybe just your new favorite.

Puckettfest.com

05/14/2026

"When I think of Puckett, I don’t think of the label. I think of someone I was friends with. A buddy who would help me plan shows for my band and run the door for us. Someone who would enjoy talking about the logistics of setting up a make-believe tour and brainstorming insane merch ideas. He was a friend who saw my flaws but still cared about me."

Matt Martin shares the story of how he met Puckett, got involved in the Louisville music scene, and what the relationships he made along the way mean to him now.

You can read the whole thing here: https://www.puckettfest.com/post/faces-behind-the-fest-matt-martin

And make sure to catch him playing with Think Harder and Stay Bent at Puckettfest in just a few short weeks!

05/06/2026

Get 'em while they're hot!

Single day passes are selling fast, don't be the only one in your friend group with FOMO, snag your tickets now at puckettfest.com!

You're not going to want to miss this. Plus, 100% of proceeds go to Sweet Evening Breeze, Inc., what's not to love?

05/05/2026

Resharing our article on WAVE!

Saturday might have sold out, but it's not too late to grab your Friday or Sunday tickets. (Keep your eyes peeled for a limited drop of more Saturday tickets as well, more info TBA.)

Louisville is getting a new music festival. PuckettFest is making its debut from May 29 – 31