In the tradition of previous Forecastle Festivals, the following parties are being offered (from the press release):

“Consequence of Sound presents the Official Forecastle kickoff party, featuring indie pop duo Dean & Britta and electronic act Purity Ring. This 21-and-over event will take place on Thursday, July 12 at Club 116, located at 116 E. Main Street in Louisville.

Following their festival performances on Saturday, July 14, members of My Morning Jacket will make guest appearances as New Orleans’ Preservation Hall Jazz Band graces the stage at an all-ages event on the historic Belle of Louisville steamboat, presented by Bell’s Brewery.”

Details on Friday’s after-party on the Belle, presented by Bell’s Brewery, as well as an additional Saturday after-party to be hosted at Club 116 will be forthcoming.”

Tickets for both events will go on sale Saturday, May 19 at noon at www.forecastlefest.com. Tickets for the official kickoff party at Club 116 will be $22 plus applicable service fees. Tickets to the Saturday after-party aboard the Belle of Louisville will be $50 plus applicable service fees.”