THE WINNER OF THE 3 NIGHT STAY IN A PENTHOUSE SUITE IS:  KEN WELLS!!!! 

The winning ticket was purchased at the Cincy Blues Challenge- congrats to Ken who has volunteered at Blues Fest in the past and has been a big fan of the Blues and Blues Fest! Thanks to all who purchased tickets- to ensure that you get to enjoy the Fest in style even if you didn't win the raffle, make your reservations at the Garfield Suites Hotel as soon as possible.  See the Hotel Information story for details on rates and how to book your stay- you won't want to be far from the action and Garfield Suites will be a great place to enjoy a terrific Fest weekend!

We're pleased to announce our 2007 Cincy Blues Fest Hotel Partner....The Garfield Suites Hotel-An All-Suites Hotel located in the Heart of downtown Cincinnati! We'll be rockin the river on August 3rd and 4th, so come to town and join us.

Garfield Suites has graciously offered 2007 Cincy Blues Fest fans the special rates of $99.00 for a 1 bedroom suite and $129.00 for a 2 bedroom suite (plus tax per suite). To reserve your room please call Garfield Suites Reservations at 1-800-367-2155. BE SURE TO TELL THE RESERVATION AGENT THAT YOU SHOULD GET THE CINCY BLUES FESTIVAL RATE. For more information on the hotel visit Garfield Suites. The Garfield Suites Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, overlooking beautiful Piatt park. Designed to accommodate both business and leisure travelers, as well as extended-stay guests, The Garfield Suites Hotel is central to all downtown Cincinnati attractions. The 16-story high-rise Garfield Suites Hotel combines the comfort of a full-service, all-suites hotel with the conveniences of its central location in the hub of the corporate and government districts. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to The Great American Ballpark (home of the Cincinnati Reds) and Paul Brown Stadium (home of the Cincinnati Bengals), museums, Tower Place Mall, Saks Fifth Avenue and downtown Cincinnati's best restaurants. From our ideal location, you'll be able to "stretch out and enjoy the SUITE life" in our spacious suites, each equipped with 2 TV's in every suite, free hi-speed internet access, separate bedrooms, large living rooms, full kitchens, well-lit work desks and dining table. Enjoy a spectacular view of Cincinnati from our rooftop Skyview fitness center, equipped with full Nautilus, the latest aerobic equipment and bottled water. The Garfield Suites Hotel is centrally located within walking distance to Cincinnati's best restaurants, shopping, museums, theaters, concert halls and professional sports venues. FROM THE AIRPORT Take interstate 275 East to 75 North into Cincinnati over the bridge. Take Fifth Street Exit Ramp off 75 (follow Fifth Street signs above middle lane going over bridge). Follow Fifth Street (one-way) for five blocks. Turn left on Vine Street. Follow Vine Street (one-way) for 3 blocks. Garfield Suites Hotel is on the left, at the corner of Eighth and Vine Streets. FROM 71 SOUTH BOUND Follow 71 South into Cincinnati. Exit Gilbert Avenue (one-way). Stay in your middle lane. Gilbert Avenue will run into East Eighth Street. Stay in your left lane on East Eighth Street for five blocks. Garfield Suites Hotel is in front of you, at the corner of Eighth and Vine Streets. FROM 71/75 NORTH BOUND Follow interstate 71/75 North into Cincinnati over the bridge, exit Fifth Street. Take the Fifth Street ramp and follow Fifth Street (one-way) for five blocks. Turn left on Vine Street. Follow Vine Street (one-way) for three blocks. Garfield Suites Hotel is on the left, at the corner of Eighth and Vine Streets. FROM 75 SOUTH BOUND Follow 75 South into Cincinnati. Exit Seventh Street. Follow Seventh Street (one-way) for five blocks and turn left on Vine Street. Follow Vine Street (one-way) for one block. Garfield Suites Hotel is on the left, at the corner of Eighth and Vine Streets. FROM 471 NORTH BOUND Follow 471 North into Cincinnati. Exit Sixth Street. Follow Sixth Street one-way for 5 blocks and turn right on Vine Street. Follow Vine Street one-way for 2 blocks. Garfield Suites Hotel is on the left, at the corner of Eighth and Vine Streets.