Bridge Day Afterparty
End of the Season Celebration
Join us for one final blowout of the season at ACE’s Lost Paddle Bar! The Bridge Day Afterparty will feature an electrifying lineup with three incredible bands: The Kind Thieves, Big Blitz and Cheat Mountain Riders. As we bid farewell to another unforgettable rafting season in the New River Gorge, it’s time to turn up the energy and hit the dance floor! This free event kicks off at 6 PM and keeps the vibes alive all night, rocking until 1 AM. Don’t miss out—let’s end the season with a party to remember!
Event Schedule
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Three Bands on The Lost Paddle Stage
Hailing from the heart of Appalachia, The Kind Thieves are a musical tour de force that is far greater than simply the sum of its parts. With members originating from all over the Southern West Virginia region, the Thieves pull influences from musical genres spanning from classic rock to funk to bluegrass, wrapped up in a jam-band bow that promises a 100% original and mind-blowing live experience every time they perform.
Big Blitz – Hailing from Pittsburgh, PA, Big Blitz combines dance, jazz, rock, and electronic musical influences to create their own dynamic sound. Brothers Lucas Ciesielski (Tenor Sax, Bari Sax) and Mason Ciesielski (Tenor Sax, Bari Sax, Synthesizers) unite with drummer Nick Grabigel to forge their unique, infectious style. The trio’s chemistry, energy, and stage presence makes dancing mandatory, rather than optional. Their meld of vintage instruments with modern technology consistently mesmerizes audiences and delivers a huge, hard-hitting sound that will create an unforgettable show.
Cheat Mountain Riders are an Appalachian born and raised power trio from the hollers of West Virginia. With musical alchemy they brew an old time inspired elixir of country, funk, and rock and roll energy. Funkalachian. With a wide range of musical influences each member contributes a unique
flavor to the table. The band generates a sonic atmosphere that allows the audience to be in the moment while harnessing authentic Appalachian feel. Cheat Mountain Riders are cultivating their own sound with the fertile grounds of their roots.
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