In this episode of the Music Festivals Podcast, we take a up-close look at a truly one-of-a-kind Midwest music venue. I’m breaking down the Poe Road Music Sanctuary’s 2025 Season Opener in Grand Rapids, Ohio—a one night festival held at a hidden gem set in the middle of the cornfields with a history as unique as its lineup.

Poe Rd. is definitely an Ohio festival venue that should be on your list for this summer and fall. Join me as I recap the night’s standout performances from bands like The Funk Factory, ekoostik hookah, and Top Scrub, and see some of the performances from the weekend along with aerial drone video footage of the venue.

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BONUS FEATURE 👀

ekoostik hookah LIVE at Poe Rd - Set 1 Encore, "Ecstasy" (4.26.25)

Find the Venue 🏕️

Poe Rd. Music Sanctuary

Band Channels from the Season Opener 🎸

ekoostik hookah

The Funk Factory

Top Scrub

Videos on Grand Rapids Ohio History 🏞️

Hidden History of Grand Rapids with Matthew Ellis

Discover the 419 - Grand Rapids, Ohio

Behind the Lens - Grand Rapids, Ohio

Key Moments in the Podcast ⏯️

00:22 Episode introduction and what's inside

01:25 A Brief History of Grand Rapids Ohio

04:20 About Poe Rd. Music Sanctuary's Owner & Team

05:41 Aerial Drone Footage of Poe Rd. Music Sanctuary

07:08 ekoostik hookah LIVE performance: "Walk Real Fast"

15:15 Episode Wrap Up with Venue & Vibe Footage

17:18 Hookahville 60 Ticket Package WINNER Announcement

18:00 How to Win Free Music Festival Tickets

18:09 How to Subscribe to Music Festivals Podcast

18:27 Get Deals from Our Partners

18:52 Up Next Week: Interview with Ben Majeska of Armchair Boogie

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Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC

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