Fairfield art walk to host open mic night

The public is invited to join Fairfield First Fridays Art Walk on Friday, Sept. 3 from 5:30- 10 p.m. in Fairfield’s Central Park for live music.

Chad Elliott will kick off the event with a set from 5:30-7 p.m. in the Ron Prill Bandstand. Elliott, a Midwest singer-songwriter, blends folk roots, swampy blues and soulful writing to deliver an original Americana sound. His live performances have been honed over a decade of being on the road performing more than 200 shows each year.

Elliott is lauded as “Iowa’s Renaissance man” by Culture Buzz Magazine. He has penned more than 1,500 songs in his career while also cultivating his skills as a painter, sculptor, illustrator and author.

After Elliott, the event will transition into an open mic night starting at 7 p.m. featuring a variety of local talent. A performance by local band Kongju will round out the festivities.

In addition to live music, residents can enjoy the food vendors, lawn games, artists, crafters and more.