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Drifters Bar & Grill brings live music to Pekin, Indiana with a 21+ door policy and room for roughly 200. A Locally owned Bar & Grill with a Country setting, fun enjoyable atmosphere with great food, service, company & entertainment. Live music is held on Saturday nights from 9 PM - 1 AM. Artists working in Country, Rockabilly, and Southern Rock fit Drifters Bar & Grill’s stated range. Drifters Bar & Grill accepts booking inquiries through Facebook. The available PA and production support at Drifters Bar & Grill are not confirmed; settle those requirements before accepting the date. Artists should confirm Drifters Bar & Grill’s final schedule and show-specific deal before publishing the date.

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Beth
Role
Talent Buyer
(812) 883-5002

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Capacity
200
Age policy
21+
Genres
Country, Rockabilly, Southern Rock
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Address
7639 S. Highway 135, 47165, United States
Venue phone
(812) 883-5002
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