Grammy award-winning Rory Feek will perform Sunday at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds in Webster City.

There’s nothing like music outside on a lazy June evening in Iowa. The first annual Murray Fest at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds will offer area residents a chance to tap their toes or dance on the grass — complete with at least one Grammy Award-winning artist set to perform.

Sponsored by McMurray Hatchery, Murray Fest is expected to draw a full house to the Hamilton County Fairgrounds Saturday through Monday morning with talks, shows and an assortment of presentations from internationally known gardeners, homesteaders and those committed to a sustainable lifestyle.

Area residents are invited to take part with two nights of music on Saturday, June 29, and Sunday, June 30.

Kessel, Brad and Kate perform Saturday

First up on Saturday will be Iowa-based duo Brad and Kate performing at 6 p.m. Known for an eclectic mix of pop and folk music, Brad and Kate will be a fun way to ease into the weekend.

Performing later in the evening on Saturday will be Seth Kessel and his band.

This New York artist and his band recently released a new album, “Ride on Through.” Born and raised in New York, Kessel is both a singer and songwriter with a love for classic rock. He credits everyone from Johnny Cash to Elvis Presley as his musical influences.

Sunday show features Rory Feek

Sunday evening is highlighted by Grammy award-winning Rory Feek of Joey+Rory.

As a songwriter, Feek has multiple No. 1 hits to his credit, including Blake Shelton’s “Some Beach,” and “A Little More Country Than That” by Easton Corbin.

Featured entertainment on Sunday evening will also include Damon Dotson and his band. An Iowa-based band, Dotson is known for a mix of pop, rock, and country, sure to appeal to any audience.

Gates open 5 p.m.

Gates open both Saturday and Sunday at 5 p.m. for concertgoers. There is a $20 cover charge, but kids 14 and younger will be admitted free with a paid adult. There will be food trucks on the grounds to help keep the party going. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the evening on both Saturday and Sunday.

Wristbands are available in advance at McMurray Hatchery or at the gate either evening.

Speakers galore

Of course, Murray Fest is more than just music. Three stages will be operating throughout the weekend with various speakers.

The featured speaker each day will be British gardener Charles Dowding. Known world-wide, with large followings on social media, Dowding is a champion of “no-dig” gardening. His focus is growing healthier food through healthy soil management. Dowding operates a teaching garden and small market in Somerset, England. He is a well-known speaker on sustainable living and healthy eating.

For a full schedule and ticket information visit murrayfestmidwest.com.

New York-based Seth Kessel will perform Saturday. Both performances are part of the weekend Murray Fest.