- Erie Canal Soda Pop Festival 1972: Touted as the “Woodstock of the Midwest”
- Massive Attendance: 300,000 fans gathered near Evansville, Indiana
- Iconic Acts: Black Sabbath, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, among others
- Sanitation Oversight: Only six toilets provided for the entire crowd
The Erie Canal Soda Pop Festival of 1972 was poised to be the “Woodstock of the Midwest,” boasting iconic acts like Black Sabbath and The Eagles. However, the reality fell far short of the dream. With 300,000 attendees and only six toilets, chaos ensued. Lines stretched for miles, and the festival became infamous for its lack of basic sanitation. This disastrous oversight serves as a reminder of the importance of proper planning for large-scale events.
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