Underground Music Showcase preps for its swan song

What they're saying: "We can't predict the future — but we can promise this: The final UMS in its current form will be legendary," its website reads.

Why it matters: The cultural spectacle on South Broadway made it a mission to elevate new and independent rollicking voices, and will be sorely missed in a city with few major music festivals.

State of play: More than 200 artists will perform across four stages and 12 venues over the weekend.

Three local acts to check out:

• DeVotchKa: Founded in Denver, these UMS headliners playing Sunday on the Showcase Stage are perhaps best known for providing the uplifting sound behind the popular indie film "Little Miss Sunshine."
• Nina de Freitas: The Brazilian-born singer will perform Friday and Sunday, serenading the crowds with her soulful, longing ballads.
• Keenan TreVon: Hailing from Aurora, TreVon makes his UMS debut this year, bringing his upbeat, poppy, occasionally bedroom-rock to the Hi Dive on Friday.

If you go: Weekend passes are still available starting at $150, including ticket and fees, while single-day tickets start at $88, including fees.

• The festival runs along South Broadway between Sixth and Alameda. Hours will vary from Friday (4pm–2am), Saturday (2pm–2am) and Sunday (2pm–11pm).