The Midwest's Best Biker Fest...

The following nationally-recognized bands have performed at the Boogie:

2009: Heidi Newfield, Eddie Money, Asia featuring John Payne

2008: Blackfoot, Tony Steven's Slow Ride (Foghat), Point Blank, Shooting Star, Exile

2007: Rick Derringer, Quiet Riot, Ricochet, April Wine, Head East

2006: Ted Nugent, Rare Earth

2005: Lynyrd Skynyrd, Edgar Winter

2004: Kenny Wayne Shephard, Pat Travers, Warrant

2003: Nazareth, Lou Gramm (Foreigner), Brian Howe (Bad Company)

2002: Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, David Allen Coe, Foghat, Kentucky Headhunters, Southern Rock Allstars

2001: Ozark Mountain Daredevils, Little River Band

2000: John Kay & Steppenwolf, Jim Dandy (Black Oak Arkansas), Pat Travers, Brian Howe (Bad Company), Southern Rock Allstars

1999: Blue Oyster Cult

1998: Cheap Trick, Marshall Tucker

1997: Kentucky Headhunters, Three Dog Night

1996: Jeff Healey Band,
.38 Special

1995: Kentucky Headhunters, David Allen Coe, Pat Travers

1994: John Kay & Steppenwolf, Blackfoot

1993: Molly Hatchet, Jim Dandy's Black Oak Arkansas

Boogie Photo Gallery:
Don't miss it! 30th Anniversary Boogie 2010 July 15-18, 2010
Two Girls

The History: ABATE of Indiana's Boogie

In the Beginning...

God created the water, land and the elements. The planet prospered and man evolved. Life was simple and free. But man wanted more. In a quest for true freedom, man created the motorcycle in 1885 and shortly thereafter the biker.

They were a misunderstood group of individuals. Rejected and scorned by society - social outcasts. But that didn't stop them. They threw the stereotype aside and lived there own life, free and proud. Willing to stand up for their own rights and the freedom of the road.

But that was not enough. Something was missing. They needed a place to let down their hair, loosen up their leathers - be wild and free. If only just for one weekend - maybe the second, no the third weekend in July. When the weather is ideal for camping, music and fun in the summer sun. A voice from above told them, "have a party and they will come." When, in the summer of 1980, at a small farm in Kokomo, Indiana, 250 people gathered to celebrate a way of life. Oh what a time they had. "Let's do it again next year", they said. And in 1981, they once again gathered in a small town called Atkinsonville - 750 strong!
Big Mike
Top Hat

But, in 1982, the wisdom of the Indiana ABATE forefathers bestowed upon the biker community a land of riches and beauty. Nestled in heart of Brown County, Indiana, lie a haven of natures finest scenery, welcoming the wayward biker to Bean Blossom. And the first Boogie was born.

The bikers came in droves, thousands at a time. Just to spend a weekend enjoying life and freedom in Mother Nature's arms. Grooving to the sounds of: The Jeff Healy Band; Foghat; Blackfoot; Steppenwolf; The Kentucky Headhunters; David Allen Coe; Molly Hatchet; Duke Tumatoe; Three Dog Night; 38 Special; and others. Free to be themselves and to be with others like them.

For eighteen years they kept returning by the thousands, year after year, from all corners of North America and a few wayward souls from Europe.

To this day they continue to return, generation after generation, living a life that few will ever understand - but those who do, greatly respect. RIDE FREE - LIVE FREE - BE FREE

Boogie Girl
Guy

Boogie Quotes:

"It was the most unique experience of a lifetime, and the kindness that brothers showed brothers, touched our very souls."

"Best organized event for that number of people... People were courteous and respectful."

"Thank you for the freedom we were able to experience -- freedom to do anything, anytime... Nobody was judgmental and everyone respected each person's individualness and uniqueness."

"...your Boogie is the best event that ever happened, not only for us but for those 8,000 or so other people. Thanks!"

"I've been to a lot of parties and the Boogie leaves them all way behind."

Dancer

 
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