Gallery: BottleRock Day 1: Headliner Stevie Nicks and other stars kick off the first smash-hit day of legendary music festival

by Cathryn Kuczynski

This article is part of BruinLife’s BottleRock music festival coverage happening from May 24-26, 2024.

Tens of thousands of music lovers gathered in Napa Valley on Friday for the first of three days of musical fulfillment. BottleRock Napa Valley 2024 brings an exciting lineup of musicians that attracts fans of all music genres for a festival experience all are sure to cherish and remember for many years to come. Day one’s lineup featured exhilarating performances from several acts including rising band The Moss, pop sensation Bebe Rexha, Grammy-award-winning artist Megan Thee Stallion and, of course, headliner Stevie Nicks. Fans hopped from stage to stage throughout the day, catching snippets of their favorite acts while enjoying a large array of exciting vendors and delicious food and drink. As the day continued and the night crept closer, many filled in the field of the main stage as the crowd prepared to be graced by the performance of Stevie Nicks. People of all ages seemed to be having the time of their lives at the festival, and such sentiments are sure to carry on through days two and three.

Tyke James of The Moss belts out across the crowd of the Truly Stage at BottleRock during their midday set that attracted a sizeable crowd. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Tyke James of The Moss belts out across the crowd of the Truly Stage at BottleRock during their midday set that attracted a sizeable crowd. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Caiden Jackson of The Moss shreds on electric guitar as the crowd bops along to the group’s alternative rhythms. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Caiden Jackson of The Moss shreds on electric guitar as the crowd bops along to the group’s alternative rhythms. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Bebe Rexha takes over the JaM Cellars Stage at BottleRock as crowds chant and sing along to her many stellar radio hits. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Bebe Rexha takes over the JaM Cellars Stage at BottleRock as crowds chant and sing along to her many stellar radio hits. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Bebe Rexha brings the energy to her evening set at BottleRock’s JaM Cellars Stage as she dances along to her upbeat melodies. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Bebe Rexha brings the energy to her evening set at BottleRock’s JaM Cellars Stage as she dances along to her upbeat melodies. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Fleetwood Mac frontwoman Stevie Nicks takes the stage as the final act of the night for a classic hit-filled performance that attracted nearly every festival attendee. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Fleetwood Mac frontwoman Stevie Nicks takes the stage as the final act of the night for a classic hit-filled performance that attracted nearly every festival attendee. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Stevie Nicks performing “Dreams,” a beloved song from her band Fleetwood Mac. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Stevie Nicks performing “Dreams,” a beloved song from her band Fleetwood Mac. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Music mega-star Megan Thee Stallion performs at BottleRock’s Verizon Stage, showing off impressive dance moves and delivering pitch-perfect vocals. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Music mega-star Megan Thee Stallion performs at BottleRock’s Verizon Stage, showing off impressive dance moves and delivering pitch-perfect vocals. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Adorned in an extravagant blue ensemble, Megan Thee Stallion dances throughout her entire set, delivering an unforgettable performance that kept the crowd excited for more. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife
Adorned in an extravagant blue ensemble, Megan Thee Stallion dances throughout her entire set, delivering an unforgettable performance that kept the crowd excited for more. Photographed by Cathryn Kuczynski/BruinLife

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