Monterey Pop Festival facts for kids
The Monterey International Pop Music Festival was a very important music event that took place in Monterey, California, from June 16 to June 18, 1967. More than 200,000 people attended this festival. It is often seen as the start of the "rock era," a new time for music. This festival was a big inspiration for many other music events that came after it.
Many of the musicians who played at Monterey became very famous after their performances. Artists like Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin gained a lot of attention. The festival helped to show the world new and exciting music styles.
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Musicians at the Festival
Many talented musicians and bands performed at the Monterey International Pop Music Festival. The event was spread out over three days, with different artists playing each day.
Friday, June 16
The first day of the festival featured a mix of popular and emerging artists.
- The Association
- The Paupers
- Lou Rawls
- Beverly
- Johnny Rivers
- The Animals
- Simon and Garfunkel
Saturday, June 17
The second day brought many blues, rock, and folk acts to the stage.
- Canned Heat
- Big Brother & The Holding Company
- Country Joe and The Fish
- Al Kooper
- The Butterfield Blues Band
- Quicksilver Messenger Service
- Steve Miller Band
- The Electric Flag
- Moby Grape
- Hugh Masekela
- The Byrds
- Laura Nyro
- Jefferson Airplane
- Booker T and The MG's
- Otis Redding
Sunday, June 18
The final day of the festival included some of the most memorable performances.
- Ravi Shankar
- The Blues Project
- Big Brother & The Holding Company
- The Group With No Name
- Buffalo Springfield
- Scott McKenzie
- The Who
- The Grateful Dead
- Jimi Hendrix
- The Mamas & the Papas
Images for kids
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Jefferson Airplane in early 1967
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The Beach Boys' sudden cancellation from the event drew criticism and controversy.
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Advertising promoting the festival published in Cashbox magazine in 1967
See also
In Spanish: Monterey Pop Festival para niños
