More than 478 people need to show up for the 2nd Annual Tucson Gnome Fest to break the Guinness World Record. The current record holders:

“The largest gathering of people dressed as garden gnomes is 478 and was achieved by BBC Hereford & Worcester (UK) at the Foyer of Malvern Theatres in Worcester, UK, on 18 November 2011″.

I reported on the 1st Gnome Fest last year (click here), when they had a beard contest.

METRO GNOME MUSIC’S Gnome Fest 2013
Saturday, March 23rd, 11:30AM-7PM
4044 E. Speedway, Tucson, AZ 85712

Live Music, Food Trucks, Contests, and a whole lot of Gnomes! It’s time for the second annual Gnome Fest, a celebration of local music and all things gnome! This historic event, happening March 23, 2013 from 11:30am – 7pm, is sure to be even bigger and better than last year.

Guests are invited to dress up as gnomes and help Metro Gnome break a world record for the largest gathering of people Dressed as Garden Gnomes (the current record is 478). Gnome costume wearers are also eligible to win a 46” flat screen T.V., an electric guitar, and many other great prizes in the gnome costume contest at the event! There will be a category for people and one for pets. Gnome hats are available at Metro Gnome Music for $5 each, with $2 of each hat purchase benefiting the Humane Society of Southern Arizona.

For kids there will be coloring activities, contests, and a gnome drawing contest leading up to the event. Prizes will be awarded at the event for three age categories: 10 and under, 11-16, and 17 and up.

Pick up your Gnome Fest schwag like stickers and T-shirts, and check out the schedule of events at www.metrognomemusic.com. Get a preorder discount by placing your order before the event. There will also be tasty food for purchase from Black Crown Coffee, the MaFooCo Food Truck, and others.

So, be sure to grab your picnic blanket and lawn chairs and catch this free concert event featuring nine local bands! (Ronstadt Generations y Los Tucsonenses, Bad News Blues Band, Genevieve & The LPs, Kool Shades, Two Lane Blacktop, Javalinas, Lalapaloozers, Salpointe Jazz, and Newtron1 Project)

About Metro Gnome Music: This one-of-a kind store has been serving the Tucson community since 2000. It is Tucson’s destination for used musical instruments, equipment, & lessons, as well as video games, DVDs, Vinyl, and CDs. They carry musical instruments from entry level to professional. Whether you need a trumpet, electric guitar, drum set, keyboard, or violin, this is the place to go. Metro Gnome Music also specializes in renting musical instruments for students in school band and orchestra programs. They provide affordable, quality, pre-owned musical instruments which are refurbished and maintained by their knowledgeable repairmen. Minor adjustments and repairs are promptly provided for no additional charge to their rental customers. In addition to their band and orchestral rentals, Metro Gnome Music offers a wide range of parts and accessories for all your musical needs.

Todd Crawford, Metro Gnome Music
520-320-3780
metrognomemusic@aol.com
www.metrognomemusic.com

So Tucsonans, get out that dusty gnome costume or go down to 4th Avenue and find one, and let’s see if Tucson can set a new World Record. Regardless, there will certainly be a lot of gnomes together in one place on Saturday.

Metro Gnome Music’s Gnome Fest 2012
Saturday April 7th, 11:30-6PM
4044 E. Speedway, Tucson, AZ 85712

Bands & Beards! Music & Mischief! Food Trucks, Local Bands, Contests and More!

Metro Gnome Music is having their first annual Gnome Fest on Saturday, April 7, 2012 from 
11:30-6PM. This family friendly event will be the first of its kind in Tucson and is guaranteed to put a smile on everyone’s face! So, be sure to grab your picnic blanket and lawn chairs and come check out this free concert event featuring six local bands! (The Bad News Blues Band, The Bouncing Czechs, Catch the Ghost, Genevieve & The LP’s, The Ronstadts, and Under the Bridge.)

In addition to the bands there will also be some of Tucson’s best food trucks for people that want to grab a bite to eat. Food trucks to include Jamie’s Bitchin Kitchen, Guero Loco’s Bubba Que and Trucking Good Cupcakes!

Children’s activities will keep the kids happy! From a crafty table where kids can color gnomes or draw their own gnomes to a dance contest during The Bouncing Czechs.

You can get in on the Gnome fun early by participating in a Show Your Gnome contest, currently on Metro Gnome Music’s Facebook site. Post your favorite gnome image and the picture with the most likes wins a prize.

AND, for you guys, don’t shave that beard, because there will be a beard contest for the best beard! ALSO, come hungry and participate in the Gnome eating contest.

About Metro Gnome Music: This one-of-a kind store has been serving the Tucson community since 2000. It is Tucson’s destination for used musical instruments & equipment, as well as video games, DVDs, Vinyl, and CDs. They carry musical instruments from entry level to professional. Whether you need a trumpet, electric guitar, drum set, keyboard, or violin, this is the place to go. Metro Gnome Music also specializes in renting musical instruments for students in school band and orchestra programs. They provide affordable, quality, pre-owned musical instruments which are refurbished and maintained by their knowledgeable repairmen. Minor adjustments and repairs are promptly provided for no additional charge to their rental customers. In addition to their band and orchestral rentals, Metro Gnome Music offers a wide range of parts and accessories for all your
musical needs.

Media Contact:
Todd Crawford, Metro Gnome Music
520-609-6789
metrognomemusic@aol.com
www.metrognomemusic.com

For you gnome fans, check out the French move “Amelie” where gnomes play a large (and humorous) role.