Don’t watch the circus come be apart of it! Gypsy Geoff’s physics-defying tricks and dangerous juggling stunts are pulled off with ease, but his personality alone can capture and intrigue each and every one of your guests! With as much heart as he has talent, Gypsy Geoff will give you a show to remember when the kids become the star of the show: a witty, fun-filled, interactive performance of unthinkable yet hilarious juggling feats, musical plate spinning, audience participation, and much, much more! 

Let Ken and Kyle Wow you with their juggling technical abilities! Between multiple balls and Chinese yo-yo juggling you’ll find hilarious banter and circus style feats mixed with a dangerous flaming Grand finale. Look for them in the main field between shows teaching juggling and Chinese yo-yos. Come one come all! You’ll surely be entertained. 

Amazing visual performing artists, dazzling enthusiasm, and art in motion shape the foundation from which Fluidity Performance Troupe Entertainment was born in 2018. Fluidity Performance Troupe Entertainment has operated among virtual and on-ground celebrations big & small throughout the eastern coast. Varying in dynamic and form of design in every production, there are no acts that are identical in essence, fashion, or performing acts. Come see fire dragons, aerial mystics, out of this world prop levitating art in motion conceptions with bizarre and mind twistingly extraordinary performances.

Family friendly indie rockers Einstein’s Monkey has been described as a blend of They Might Be Giants and Bare Naked Ladies and more. The band’s 80’s era alt-rock and electronic influences show through with heavy, danceable beats and arpeggiated synths sweeping in and out of a typical set.

Never forgetting their roots as a band for all ages, family friendly themes weave their way through upbeat, honest rock music.  The band revels in the simple joys of life while not being afraid to point out the pains of being a kid or adult. A typical show is an upbeat, dancing, clapping, singing along as loud as you can sort of affair that offers a unique bonding experience for audiences of all ages.

In their more than 15 years together, the band has been seen at FloydFest, Festival in the Park, the Jefferson Center, the Lyric Theater, as well as many music clubs, festivals, school auditoriums and public libraries.

Recent album release- all 20 second songs promoting hand washing…

Einstein’s Monkey surprises fans with an unexpected album release!

WASH.   is a full length album with nine track, all dedicated to washing hands.  Of course, we need to wash our hands for about twenty seconds, so each track is about twenty seconds long.  The whole album is just under THREE minutes long (that’s got to be some kind of record, right?).

Dylan Underwood is a 15 year old singer/songwriter who is from Floyd, but currently lives in the Charlotte area. He has been playing the guitar since he was 9. While he covers some classic rock, his favorites to cover are fellow festival artists.

In his own songs you will hear message of joy and love. He pulls inspiration from nature and from his favorite artist: Daniel Rodriguez, Will Evans, Ryan Montbleau, and Trevor Hall.

Community High School is a small, secular, independent school located in downtown Roanoke. Our curriculum emphasizes critical thinking in preparation for a rigorous liberal arts education. Classes operate in a college-seminar based format and are taught by a highly and widely qualified faculty committed to the progressive tradition. The downtown campus allows our students direct access to many of Roanoke’s cultural institutions. Our students come from backgrounds diverse in faith, ethnicity, interest and economic position—we have never lost a student to financial need—and are committed to becoming responsible, culturally literate, globally conscious, and locally engaged citizens.  

The Blue Ridge Girls, like their name, invoke a picturesque simplicity with their take on traditional mountain music. The trio features Brett Morris (Executive Director of JAM), Martha Spencer (Ashe JAM instructor), and Jamie Collins (Galax JAM instructor). The Girls will lead a show just for kids featuring instruments such as the fiddle, banjo, guitar, bass, and mountain dulcimer.

Becki the Balloon Lady is a 4-time award-winning balloon twister. She has been called the “MacGyver Of Balloons,” and the “Best Balloon Artist on the East Coast!” Her husband, Ken of Gravity Check Juggling, inspired her to start creating with this colorful art form many years ago. Becki has been amazing people of all ages with her creative creations for more than 18 years. Be sure to catch a glimpse of her colorful charm and a piece of her whimsical art around the Children’s Universe area. 

Did being at home so much over the past year provide a new perspective on waste? Come join FloydFest Green Teamers to learn about all things zero waste, including reduction, recycling, and composting. Let’s build back better! All ages invited.

Starr Edwards is the mom of four children, founder of national dipping brand Bitchin’ Sauce, and a serial entrepreneur. Join this FloydFest panel as we discuss the musical ride she’s had over the past decade and how sticking to her grassroots has remained essential.

Bitchin’ Sauce’s business model is a reflection of the unique lives of Bitchin’ founders, husband and wife, Starr Edwards and L.A. Edwards. The third of four children, Starr grew up living a nomadic life on the West Coast. Primarily self-taught in the kitchen and the office, her deeply rooted independent mentality along with her background as a vegan personal chef has poised and aided her in the foundation of the company. She started in the San Diego farmers’ markets in 2010 and has managed to secure nationwide distribution in over 7,500+ stores, including major retailers such as Costco, Target, Walmart, Whole Foods Market, etc. As the Bitchin’ brand continues to grow, Starr’s hand-crafted business model continues to distinguish itself with hallmark determination and inventiveness.