EVENTS
   
GIANT INTERNATIONAL BEATLES MARKETPLACE, AUCTIONS
The GIANT INTERNATIONAL BEATLES MARKETPLACE will feature an astonishing array of Beatles merchandise by Vendors from as far away as England and all across America. For sale will be Recordings, Videos, Books, Photos, Posters, Art, & more. The BEATLES AUCTIONS take place Monday and Tuesday afternoons, where unusual and one-of-a-kind items are often found. If you have any unique items for the Auction, please let us know when ordering your tickets.
   
   

BEATLES MUSEUM AND ART CONTEST
Over 42 years of Beatles History is traced here! Our popular Kids Art Korner returns - it's a place where youngsters can create Beatles art on site, and have it displayed, too! Crayons, papers, and markers are provided.

The Annual BEATLES ART CONTEST, is where you can show off your creativity in an environment that your Beatles Art Work can be most appreciated - by other Beatles fans! Don't be shy - bring your art work this year, or create a new piece just for the contest. Prizes are awarded in 3 categories: Professional, Amateur, & 16 Years or younger. Ribbons are given to all who enter.

   
   
BEATLES VIDEOS
There are so many exciting activities going on at any one time at THE FEST, that sometimes fans need to stop by our Video Room, where they can sit, relax and enjoy a wide variety of Beatles and solo Beatles material, which runs almost non-stop all weekend long.
   
   

BATTLE OF THE BEATLES BANDS, SOUND-ALIKE CONTEST
The BATTLE OF THE BEATLES BANDS is always a highlight of THE FEST! Each group will play two Beatles or Solo Beatles songs. The audience is the judge of this exciting and fun contest, held on Tuesday late afternoon.

To enter, you must sign up by June 10th, either by phone (1-866-THE FEST), FAX (1-201-666-8687), E-Mail (bands@thefest.com) or by mail when ordering your tickets.

A backline will be provided! All you need to bring are your guitars, cords, drum sticks, talent and your admission tickets. The BEATLES SOUND-ALIKE CONTEST takes place on Saturday and is open to all individuals and duos. (Trios must enter the Battle of the Bands).

Martin Lewis heads the tryouts on Monday early afternoon, with the finalists playing the main stage that evening. All contests are open to all FEST attendees and prizes are awarded to all winners of all contests.

   
   
LIVE BEATLES TRIVIA GAME SHOWS & NAME THAT TUNE
Joe Johnson is the Host for both the Live Trivia Game Shows and Name That Tune Competitions, each day. Questions range from very easy to quite difficult and it's how quick you recall the answers that makes the difference. Brush up on your trivia, as all contestants are picked from the audience. There will also be some competitions for the younger fans in attendance. Assisting Joe, is former Good Morning America Weatherman and huge Beatles fan Tony Perkins.
   
   

FINE ART BY THE BEATLES - CELEBRITY ART
NEAL GLASER of Celebrity Art started with a traveling John Lennon art show and now is the exclusive distributor for Paul McCartney's artwork and the publishers of Ringo Starr's Computer Art. Bringing to THE FEST FOR BEATLES FANS the only exhibit that features the signed artwork of John, Paul and Ringo all together. This is an incredible showcase of the Beatles multiple talents. Known as great performers, talented singers and outstanding writers, they now share their not often seen visual sides with the world. Just as they had distinct personalities on film and on record, they also exhibit distinct styles with their art talents too.

JOHN is the ILLUSTRATOR who uses pen and ink to showcase his humorous and insightful line drawings. SIR PAUL is an ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST whose works show a deep and complex layer of thoughts and textures. While RINGO is the POP MODERNIST who uses his computer to paint images that are witty, colorful and reflective of today’s art scene. Come see this one-of-a-kind exhibit and maybe walk away with a hand signed Beatles masterpiece.