In an economy that is down, Country Thunder USA is experiencing an increase in overall support of the festival.  Here are the exciting statistics showing evidence that our economic condition has affected very little in the region – and reasons why more are expected to turn out than years past:

Ticket sales are up 40% from 2008, with more than 3 weeks left ‘til the event
Camping sites are 90% sold out, and another camping area will likely be created to accommodate the demand
New layaway program instated to allow patrons who are on a tight budget to attend the festival
Lowered beverage sale prices
Local hotels including the newly created Holiday Inn in Florence, AZ are completely sold-out
Main stage concert performances will be off-stage by 10:30pm to allow families to enjoy the full event without staying out too late
A second - late-night – stage has been added, with a dance floor, to allow younger and late-night fans to stay and enjoy more country music
Troy and Neal will discuss how the new fresh approach to music event promotion and sales has turned the industry on its ear – sparking curiosity amongst sponsors and other entertainment buyers alike. 

About Country Thunder USA/Florence:
Country Thunder USA, one of the nation’s premiere country music and camping festival, is a 4-day event located at Canyon Moon Ranch in Florence, Arizona.  The festival takes place April 1 – 4, the weekend leading up to the Academy of Country Music Awards which will take place in Las Vegas, Nevada, on April 5th and be broadcast live on CBS.   To purchase tickets and for more information, visit www.countrythunder.com