What is Knollfest?
The 1st annual Knollfest took place on October 4, 2008 on the Berkley Avenue Knoll and was the first of its kind! Our goal last year was to raise money for tangible needs in art and music departments throughout several Indianapolis Public Schools while also promoting talented up-and-coming bands in the Midwest region. In 2009, we’ve focused on one school: Broad Ripple Magnet School for the Arts as our beneficiary. Our hope is to be able to donate at least $1500 to BRMSA while also helping Indianapolis and surrounding areas discover young talent, underground groups and collectives taking positive initiatives throughout the community.
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Where does it take place?
Knollfest will take place on one of the best kept secrets of Indianapolis: the Berkley Avenue Knoll! Berkley Avenue is located just south of Butler University campus and instead of a street, neighbors share three blocks 
of a beautiful grassy knoll as a community front yard. The residents of the knoll consist of a variety of people including Butler University students and families that share the laid-back atmosphere and serenity of the knoll. Summertime is usually a favorite, as one will see games of ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, dog-walkers, slip and slides and now Knollfest.
What is our goal?
We would like people to recognize Knollfest not only as a fundraiser for Indianapolis Magnet programs (BRMSA, Shortridge Middle School and Crispus Atticks), but also as a venue where people can discover active community bands creating a buzz both in the Midwest and throughout the U.S. The bands featured at Knollfest can be found playing at HUGE venues around the U.S., such as Summer Camp, Rothbury, 10k Lakes, and more! They perform in the shadows of more familiar names, however these festivals wouldn't be the same if it wasn't for the musicians who play for the love of music and will simply rock you day and night! Knollfest hopes to provide a venue for these artists and making it all about them!