Saturday, August 13th

Omaha, Nebraska - 12:00pm

Guided By Voices, Matisyahu, Cursive, J Mascis, The Reverend Horton Heat, The Envy Corps, Somasphere, Noah's Ark Was A Spaceship, The So-So Sailors, The Machete Archive and The Big Deep

MAHA is a nonprofit music festival organized and run by volunteers, and brought to you through the support of our many wonderful sponsors. We created MAHA for community-building, not for profit. The idea of a homegrown music festival had been around for years, but finally found the right group of volunteers in 2009. If you share our passion, we invite you to attend MAHA, become a volunteer and/or share your ideas with us for making MAHA bigger and better. After all, this is your festival.

DAY OF SHOW: 2011

12:00 pm = Gates Open

12:30 = The Big Deep @ Kum & Go Stage

1:10 = The Envy Corps @ TD Ameritrade Stage

2:00 = The Machete Archive @ Kum & Go Stage

2:40 = The Reverend Horton Heat @ TD Ameritrade Stage

3:50 = The So-So Sailors @ Kum & Go Stage

4:30 = J Mascis @ TD Ameritrade Stage

5:25 = Noah's Ark Was A Spaceship @ Kum & Go Stage

6:00 = Cursive @ TD Ameritrade Stage

7:15 = Somasphere @ Kum & Go Stage

8:00 = Guided By Voices @ TD Ameritrade Stage

9:30 = Matisyahu @ TD Ameritrade Stage

11:00 = Show Over. See You Next Year!

All Times are Approximate | Lineup is Subject to Change

Guided by Voices: Recently reunited with its “classic 1993-1996 lineup,” Guided By Voices is universally regarded as one the greatest indie bands of all time. The band’s 1994 album Bee Thousand was ranked number one by Amazon on its list of the "100 Greatest Indie Rock Albums of All Time." More >

Matisyahu: Known for blending traditional Jewish themes with reggae, rock and hip hop sounds, Matisyahu is most recognizable for being an Orthodox Jew and writing a number of songs based on his faith and beliefs. More >

The Reverend Horton Heat: Through relentless touring and a manic stage show, they have established themselves as one of the most popular underground acts in America. More >

Cursive: As early as 1995, the original members of Cursive began work on their newly christened project, experimenting with elements of indie rock and eclectic post-hardcore to fashion a unique sound. More >

The Envy Corps: are an American indie rock band from Ames, Iowa. The band are known for their atmospheric-meets-pop sound, attracting comparisons to Radiohead, Doves, New Order. More >

J Mascis: Best known as the frontman of the influential indie trio Dinosaur Jr. Born December 10, 1965 in Amherst, MA, he first emerged as a member of the band Deep Wound, founding Dinosaur in 1984. More >

* LOCAL PERFORMERS: Somasphere, Noah's Ark Was A Spaceship, The So-So Sailors, The Machete Archive and The Big Deep

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Where is the MAHA Music Festival?
We are very pleased to be holding MAHA at Aksarben Village this year, a gorgeous park area with plenty of access and free parking located on the city bike trail. We can't thank Aksarben Village and its merchants enough for encouraging and welcoming our relocation from the riverfront.

A FEW FAQ's

What is the MAHA Music Festival?
MAHA is a day long music festival on Saturday, August 13, 2011, bringing together national, regional and local indie and rock artists for a day of food, community and, of course, music.

Where can I park?
Aksarben Village has reserved both a parking garage and a large parking lot for the exclusive use of MAHA attendees so there will be plenty of space for everyone (see picture above). And the best part, it's all free.

What is weather like in mid-August?
The average high temperature in Omaha in August is 85 degrees with light humidity and light winds. We recommend you bring sunblock, even if it's a little overcast early in the day. Midwest weather is known for its quick shifts! Sunset will be at 8:26 p.m. on August 13th.

What if it rains?
MAHA will continue rain or shine. No refunds.

Can I bring my kids?
Yes, anyone with a ticket is welcome to join the fun. All ages are welcome! Things might get a bit rowdy up front during Cursive and the Reverend Horton Heat, and as a general rule, the area directly in front of the stage is rarely kid-friendly. However, there's plenty of space for everyone in much calmer areas. Children ages 10 and under do not need a ticket as long as they are accompanied by a paying adult.

What can I bring?
Lawn chairs and blankets are allowed, tents are not. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats and/or visors are suggested to let you enjoy the day without any sun-related discomfort. We reserve the right to inspect all bags, purses, backpacks, etc. before allowing entry to the Festival. And, no, couches are not allowed. Seriously.

Can I bring a cooler?
You can not. No outside food or drink will be allowed.

What food and drink will be available?
There will be a wide variety of local food and drink available, and it will all be delicious. Check back soon for more details.

Can I leave and come back?
You may until 4:30 p.m., but please keep your ticket and wristband with you at all times. These items will be necessary for reentry. No re-entry will be allowed after 4:30pm. No exceptions."

Will cameras or recorders be allowed?
Small or disposable cameras will be allowed. Professional cameras will NOT be allowed. Essentially, if it has a removable lens, it’s a no go. Video and audio taping are NOT allowed.

What about event security?
Event security will be located throughout the grounds for the entire duration of the event. If you have an emergency, find a staff person with a radio, go to an information or medical tent, or tell one of the security personnel.

RULES AND REGULATIONS*

PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED ANYWHERE ON THE FESTIVAL GROUNDS.

Unauthorized vending is not permitted.

No illegal drugs, weapons, or fireworks are allowed on the festival grounds.

CONCEALED WEAPONS ARE NOT PERMITTED. Violators will be ejected from the facility and subject to prosecution under local, state, and federal laws.

Underage drinking is strictly prohibited.

Park only in designated parking areas. If your vehicle is found in an unauthorized area it will be towed.

No glass please.

Respect the environment. Please use trash and recycling bags provided by the festival.

Please listen to and respect all staff members, whether it is a parking attendant or a police officer. Your safety and well-being is their #1 concern.

Finally, the most important rule of all: The Golden Rule. Please be respectful of your neighbors and consider their comfort.

How can I volunteer?
All of our MAHA 2011 volunteer positions have already been filled.

What’s the vision?
The MAHA Festival intends to become a multi-day event featuring musical, visual, performance and culinary arts in multiple venues throughout the metro Omaha-Council Bluffs area culminating in a weekend outdoor music and arts festival.

What does MAHA mean?
Besides being a really fun word to say, MAHA (pronounced mä-’hä) means many things in languages from around the world, including “wandering nation” in Anglicized Native Indian, “great” in Sanskrit, “beautiful” in Spanish, “beautiful but shy” in Arabic and “moon” in Urdu.

VOLUNTEER INFO

MAHA Volunteer Positions are full.
"Crazy as it sounds, all of our MAHA 2011 volunteer positions have already been filled. What took us two months in 2009, took us two weeks this year. If you are still interested in attending MAHA, you can buy a ticket here. Thank you very much for your interest in MAHA."