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An impressive crowd showed up for the opening night of Riverfest 2011. Arkansas Free Press staff were on hand to meet a few members of the crowd. More exclusive coverage to follow in the days ahead.



A look at the crowd from the Bud Light Stage this afternoon at Riverfest 2011.



Bret Michaels live from the Miller Lite Stage at Riverfest Friday night. Fans showed up in full force to support this heavy metal hair band from the 90s. "Security was absolutely necessary," John "Red" Smith, one of the guards backstage said. Look for more exclusive pictures and articles from Riverfest in the days ahead only from your Arkansas Free Press staff.

Last Updated ( May 29, 2011 at 01:23 AM )
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