Lee Canyon’s Mountain Top Honky Tonk returns for Labor Day weekend

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Lee Canyon’s Mountain Top Honky Tonk is returning for its second year, offering country music fans a high-alpine escape from the valley heat over Labor Day weekend.

The free, two-day country music festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 5, and Sunday, Sept. 6, at Rabbit Peak, located at Lee Canyon, 6725 Lee Canyon Road.

The all-ages event will feature six local country music acts performing daily from noon to 7 p.m. In addition to live performances, local instructor Hilary Braeger will host beginner-friendly line dancing lessons. Outdoor activities, dining, and drink specials will also be available.

The daily performance schedule is as follows:

Saturday, Sept. 5:

• Noon – 1:15 p.m.: Joey Vitale
• 1:30 – 4 p.m.: Beyond the Arrow
• 4:30 – 7 p.m.: Desert Heat

Sunday, Sept. 6:

• Noon – 1:15 p.m.: Matt Matelko
• 1:30 – 4 p.m.: High Blue Cactus
• 4:30 – 7 p.m.: Paige & the Overtones

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Gates open daily at 9 a.m. Festival organizers encourage attendees to bring blankets or low-profile chairs for lawn seating. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are also welcome to attend.

Parking at the resort is $20 per vehicle. The fee is waived for mountain bike season pass holders and guests who pre-purchase a Bristlecone Skyway scenic chairlift ticket or a mountain bike park lift ticket. Additionally, those pre-purchased tickets will include a $10 resort credit valid at any resort restaurant or Lee Canyon Sports.

For attendees aged 21 and older, beer garden access will be available for purchase. Unlimited pours are priced at $25, which includes a 9-ounce souvenir cup, or $40, which includes a 16-ounce metal souvenir cup.

Food options will be available from local food trucks alongside Lee Canyon’s dining venues, including the Bighorn Grill, Brewin Burro Café, Bristlecone Bar, and an outdoor grill.

For more information or to purchase activity tickets in advance, visit the Lee Canyon website.