Kip London Memorial
Pittsburgh Blues & Roots Festival
July 25-27, 2025 • Cheswick, PA
Proceeds benefit Autism Pittsburgh and Band Together Pittsburgh, community-based nonprofits that use the power of music to enrich the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
Event Details:

Line Up:
Friday July 25
Tribute To Mike Lange
Blues Attack – Guitar Showdown
Guitar Zack
Gregg Krupa
Bobby Thompson
(and others)
National anthem: Joe Hnath
SaturdaY July 26
David Granati & Ohio’s Legendary Git Shorty (dueling guitars)
Band Together Pittsburgh Performers
National anthem: Logan Smith
Venue information:
Pittsburgh Shrine Center
1877 Shriners Way, Cheswick, PA 15024
This event has 2 stages: Pavilion Stage (Covered) and Festival Stage (Uncovered/Outdoors).
Folks are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs. No outside food or drink.
Pets not permitted. Only service dogs allowed.
The vendor marketplace will include artisans on and off the spectrum, and agencies who serve our community.
Fantastic music, Excellent venue, and good people

Tent/Canopy Spaces Available!
Make the most of your unforgettable weekend at the Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival with our exclusive Tent/Canopy Spaces!
Simply select “Tent/Canopy Space” when purchasing tickets.
Tent/canopy only for use during hours of the festival. No overnight camping permitted. This fee does not include admission. Must bring your own tent/canopy. Valid for entire weekend. 10’x10′ maximum.
Proceeds benefit Autism Pittsburgh and Band Together Pittsburgh, community-based nonprofits that use the power of music to enrich the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
“This event is not only exciting and fun, but the money raised helps the Autism Pittsburgh and Band Together Pittsburgh continue providing musical opportunities to persons on the spectrum through our Autism Open Mic “, says Jesse Torisky, Esquire, President of the Autism Pittsburgh.
Ron Esser and musician John Vento are the founders of Band Together Pittsburgh, the force behind the Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival. Vento states, “The highlight of this wonderful event is witnessing the performances and contributions by those on the autism spectrum.”
Donate to Support Our Cause
If you can not attend, please consider donating to support our cause.
Or send a check to:
Band Together Pittsburgh
364 Freeport Rd.
Pittsburgh, Pa 15238
























