The Schedule
2024
Pack
The only thing we need you to bring (besides any equipment we have already contacted you about) is your music and a sense of humor.
And, if you indicated you will bring your Burgundy Oktobellfest Polo from 2023, bring that. For the performance you will wear the burgundy shirt. You need to wear something on your bottom half: but we don't care what.
Gloves? Totally ringers' choice.
In the past people wish they had stand lights, risers, and it can get warm in the rehearsal room.
Maybe you want to join us in a quick dip in the ocean on Sunday bright and early? Bring something that can get wet. Consider purchasing an official Oktobellfest Polar Plunge Robe and or Fleece for the walk back to warmth while wet!
Other than that, just check the weather. You might need to park and walk a little to the Armory.
Day 1
October 18
Westerly Armory: 41 Railroad Road, Westerly, RI
Set Up starts at 10AM. There's no formal registration.
You can stop in and say hi and help move tables any time.
Most equipment is arriving between noon and 2.
Explore Beautiful Westerly!
Be ready to ring at 6!!
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Optional Group Pizza Welcome Reception at Grey Sail Brewery, sponsored by The New England Ringers
63 Canal St, Westerly, RI 02891
63 Canal St, Westerly, RI 02891
All are welcome: bring your friends and family!
NER is purchasing pizza and salad for us, purchase your own beverages!
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mass Rehearsal with David Harris
Westerly Armory: 41 Railroad Road, Westerly, RI
9:00 PM- 11:00 PM
Optional: Socialize at a local bar in Westerly or Mystic, TBD.
Day 2
October 19
7:00 AM- 9:00 AM
Space open with coffee and snacks for solo rehearsals or chit chat or whatever you'd like to do.
Westerly Armory: 41 Railroad Road, Westerly, RI
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Mass Rehearsal with David Harris
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch Break: Food and drink provided, and / or you can take a walk in Westerly
Space open for solo rehearsals and socializing, etc.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Mass Rehearsal with David Harris
15 Minute Drive to Dinner: Mystic Connecticut
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Dinner at "The Steak Loft" in Mystic Connecticut
Sleep and Rest for Concert Tomorrow
Day 3
October 20
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Space will be open for Solo Rehearsals, coffee and snacks, more socializing.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Dress Rehearsal at the Armory:
Wear your shirts for the picture!
Wear your shirts for the picture!
12:00 PM -1:15 PM Lunch Break before doors open. Food provided, and/or take a walk in Westerly and be back for the concert at least by 1:15 PM!
12:30 - 1:30 PM
Open Doors to Public
Cash Bar & Snacks at the Armory
1:30 - 3:00 PM
Free Public Concert at the Armory: Please spread the word!
3:30 - 6:30 PM
Clean up, pack up!
Have a beer, relax, and say goodbyes, until next year!