Listen to Christian tunes this summer at Ark Encounter's music festival. What we know.

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Louisville Courier Journal

Ark Encounter's "40 Days and 40 Nights of Christian Music" festival returns July 30 to Sept. 7. Here's what we know about it.

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When is the '40 Days and 40 Nights of Christian Music' festival at Ark Encounter?

The "40 Days and 40 Nights of Christian Music" festival runs from July 30-Sept.7 and is the "world's largest Christian music festival," according to the Ark Encounter website.

What is the Ark Encounter summer Christian music festival?

The "40 Days and 40 Nights of Christian Music" is an annual event at Ark Encounter. The 2024 festival will feature more than 150 artists, bands and speakers during daily performances. Concerts begin at noon at the outdoor Noah's Village stage before moving inside at 4 p.m. to the Answers Center Auditorium for the main event. Click here to see the full schedule and list of performers.

The Ark Encounter is generating plenty of economic impact.

How much does The Ark Encounter event cost?

Attendance is included with a general admission ticket. Children under 10 are free. Parking is not included.

There's also a three-day pass or an annual pass that gives access to all events, with parking included. Read more from The Courier Journal.

How much is parking at Ark Encounter?

Single-day parking is $15 for standard vehicles or $20 for oversized vehicles and can be purchased at arrival. A 3-day pass is $30 for standard vehicles and $40 for oversized vehicles, according to the Christian music festival's website.

Where is Ark Encounter?

Ark Encounter is located in Williamstown, in Grant County, halfway between Cincinnati and Lexington, and right off I-75. The address is 1 Ark Encounter Drive.