While the attendance numbers weren't the same as the past three years, organizers of the Centerfield Music Festival believe that for the most part the weekend was enjoyed by those who attended, and "everybody was doing what they always do, and having a blast."
Keynon Ternovoy, Co-Founder/Director of Marketing & Business Development with Troubadour Event Management says "we're hopeful that if we're able to come back, which we'd love to be able to do," that attendance numbers return to the average that had been seen in the first three years of hosting a music festival at the Jaycee Ball Park.
And less than 24 hours after the event wrapped up, organizers were already talking about what the future of the Centerfield Music Festival may hold, says Ternovoy.
When asked why he thought numbers were down, Ternovoy admits "it's really hard to say." He believes there may have been a number of factors to play into it, including the current economic situation.
But, the goal of the music festival remained the same, and will continue to remain the same.
“You always try to just provide the best experience and show possible.”
Ternovoy added one thing that didn't change was the feedback from the performers who came to St. Paul.
“(Feedback is) always a resounding positive." Performers are always impressed with the venue and atmosphere at the Jaycee Ball Park. The setting for the music festival is first-class and phenomenal, says Ternovoy.
"There’s something special about playing on that stage and playing in that venue."
Keynon also threw out a thank-you to the community and the entire Lakeland area. There are plenty of people and groups who support the music festival year after year, and some new sponsors that have come on board this year.
“We’ve been blessed with a lot of support," which includes the Town of St. Paul, and community groups that lend a hand throughout the weekend. "It takes many hands to build a village."
In the end, Ternovoy says he hopes those who attended had a great time, discovered some new music, or were inspired to dig out some new music they haven't listened to in a while. Organizers will be looking at a multitude of options to hopefully continue to offer the festival in St. Paul, with the goal of improving things and making it a better event every year.
