_{By Mike Romero}

Bringing together a captivating blend of vintage vehicles and timeless rock melodies, the Richard W. Erickson Foundation has announced Wasatch Boomerfest. It’s set to take place on August 25-26th at the Antique & Classic Power Museum and its premises nestled in Wallsburg, Utah.

The Richard W. Erickson Foundation is a Utah-based non-profit organization dedicated to preserving early American history for the local community. Their annual Wasatch Boomerfest festival is a staple of the region. It’s held in collaboration with the local Continue Mission organization, which serves veterans, referred service members, and their families with physical, mental, and emotional injuries from their time serving.

All net proceeds from Boomerfest are donated directly to Continue Mission to further their work in providing free events, suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and a sense of community for veterans.

“We are proud of our partnership with Continue Mission and the lives that they touch,” says Russell D. Baker, Chairman of The Richard W. Erickson Foundation. “Boomerfest is designed to bring joy to people all over the Wasatch Front, through family-friendly entertainment, live music, and a wealth of activities. The chance to extend joy to more individuals with Continue Mission is a privilege.”

Attendees at Boomerfest can expect a weekend full of classic rock by live bands, including local favorites Moe Low, Geneva Road, Seasoned Amnesia, and Cactus Cola. In addition to the music, there is plenty of festival atmosphere in the form of food trucks, craft vendors, vehicle rides, and full access to the Antique & Classic Power Museum’s collective of classic automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, and tractors.

Both RV and tent dry camping is available on the grounds for those who want to spend the weekend. The campground opens at 5:00 pm the day before the event.

“Boomerfest is the capstone festival in our summer season,” says Baker. “We expect a great turnout this year after the high attendance we experienced at both The Antique Power Show and TedFest held earlier this summer. It is a fun and unique experience, and it is for a good cause. People always enjoy the show.”

To purchase tickets, learn more about the museum or schedule a group tour, click here. Get a discount with the code BF50SPAD.

While you’re waiting for the festival, check out some recently restored, vintage Provo music by The Bings – straight out of the ’80s.