Friday August 6th
5:45pm ....at the Main Entrance
The King Rippers Hillbilly Band
The King Rippers is a Raleigh-based sextet of accomplished veteran blues and jazz musicians led by trombonist/vocalist Dave Wright. Other members are David Andrews (guitar, banjo, arrangements), Eric Hulsey (tuba), Carl Blackwell (drums), Bob Nery (reeds), and Greg Cagle (trumpet). The band's eclectic repertoire encompasses traditional jazz, funk, gospel, calypso, swing, R&B, played in a genre-bending style that is energetic, fun, infectious, and thoroughly danceable.
6:30pm The Ultimate Entertainment Rotating Duo
Come watch the Main Stage as the band Grass Cats play some rockin' sets inbetween the premiere of the hit classic, Beerfest. You don't want to miss this entertainment extrvaganza as each band rocks the stage and Beerfest shows on the big screen. This night is sure to be filled with all your entertainment desires!
About the bands....
The GRASS CATS continue to entertain audiences with their exciting live performances and critically acclaimed recordings. Their shows feature lively foot-stomping fiddle and banjo music, bluegrass classics, tight vocal harmonies, acapella gospel quartets and chart-topping original songs. Though careful never to lose their traditional bluegrass footing, the Cats also perform cleverly arranged "covers" of songs from artists as diverse as Eric Clapton, Duke Ellington and Johnny Cash.
Beerfest
After the death of their grandfather, two brothers travel to Munich to fulfill a family tradition, spreading the ashes of their grandfather during the Oktoberfest. Their contact brings them to a secret beer competition, the "Beerfest", where they are offended by the German branch of their family. They return to USA humiliated and decide to organize a beer team to dispute the next Beerfest.
Saturday August 7th
11:45am ....at the Main Entrance
The King Rippers Hillbilly Band
The King Rippers is a Raleigh-based sextet of accomplished veteran blues and jazz musicians led by trombonist/vocalist Dave Wright. Other members are David Andrews (guitar, banjo, arrangements), Eric Hulsey (tuba), Carl Blackwell (drums), Bob Nery (reeds), and Greg Cagle (trumpet). The band's eclectic repertoire encompasses traditional jazz, funk, gospel, calypso, swing, R&B, played in a genre-bending style that is energetic, fun, infectious, and thoroughly danceable.
Also join us for a special firkin tapping of the HEAVY SEAS latest as well as some other special treats at the Main Entrance!
PART-TIME BLUES BAND is second to none in the Blues and Blues/Rock field of music. Don't be fooled by their down-to-earth and somewhat laid-back appearance-their musical delivery is the most dynamic and energetic in the Carolina area. Vintage and contemporary blues dominates the PART-TIME BLUES BAND'S song list, covering such artists as B.B. King, Willie Dixon, Freddie King, Muddy Waters, and Albert King. Rounding out the Blues/Rock category are cover tunes by Stevie Ray Vaughn, Allman Brothers, Jimi Hendrix, and Eric Clapton.
3:00pm Ms. Bar-B-Q-Babe Contest
Enjoy All the Daisy Duke-Wannabes being judged on their appearance, costume and
1. No contest entry fee applies. However, you must pay admission at the gate to enter the Festival.
2. All entries must be 21 years of age or older.
3. Entrants must be properly costumed as a Daisy Duke-ish hillbilly girl.
3. All prizes will be received on-site after the contest.
5. All contestants must sign waiver and release.
6. Sign Up for the Contest at the Show Entrance on Event Day.
3:30pm The Triangle’s Best Beer Belly Contest Fellas, do you think your gut has what it takes to win this glorious recognition? If so, then come on and compete in the Triangle’s Best Beer Belly contest. Candidates will be judged on size and personality by the audience. The winner will be hailed as owner of The Triangle’s Best Beer Belly for 2010 on the event website and receive an honorary beer mug trophy at the event in order to begin training for next year’s contest. May the best belly win! This year we have a special treat! Last year's winner has come back to hold his title as Triangle's Best Beer Belly. Do you think you can beat him? If so sign up at the main stage to enter the contest. He has been training all year long, and if he wins he will be the first ever Beer, Bourbon, & BBQ Festival Beer Belly Contest Winner to win two years in a row! Come see him hold onto his title or beat him to it. Either way this is sure to be a belly of a throwdown!
1. No contest entry fee applies. However, you must pay admission at the gate to enter the Festival.
2. All entries must be 21 years of age or older.
3. All entries must be willing to “bare the belly” to the audience.
4. All prizes will be received on-site after the contest.
3:45 Cary BBQ Classic 2010
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Join us for the 1st Annual Cary BBQ Classic! Winners will be announced around 3:45 on the main stage. Register today for the chance to compete for Grand Champion of the Cary BBQ Classic 2010. You don't want to miss out on this chance to show off your BBQ skills in each of the different categories. Check out the Official Cary BBQ Classic Rules & Regulations 2010 as well as the Cary BBQ Classic Application to register for this awesome competition.
Each team MUST submit this application in order to be considered for the Cary BBQ Classic at the Beer, Bourbon, & BBQ Festival in Cary, NC on August 6th and 7th. Applications must be submitted before Friday July 23, 2010 and only the first 20 approved teams will be allowed to participate.
4:00pm Bull City Syndicate
The backbone of any powerhouse band is a great rhythm section. Bull City Syndicate is fortunate to have a solid core of experience holding down the groove. Together with 'The Bull City Horns' and the soul-filled voice of Dan Lantier, they unite to create a musical showcase that ignites dance floors and will make your event a memorable experience.
Saturday, August 7th
1:00PM Jack Daniels- A Family Brand
Jack Daniels Specialist, Eamonn O'Mahoney, will discuss bourbon history, keys to what makes great bourbon like jack Daniels, proper tasting and pairings as well as cooking with Jack Daniels. He will also introduce you to the Jack Daniels Family- Gentleman Jack, Black Jack, and Single Barrell Bourbons.
2:00PM Woodford 101
Woodford Reserve Specialist, Eamonn O'Mahoney, will discuss bourbon history, keys to what makes great bourbon like Woodford Reserve, proper tasting and pairings as well as cooking with Woodford Reserve Bourbon. Eamonn will also show you how to make the perfect Woodford Reserve infusion for any season for your home!
3:00PM A Mark In The Making
Come see Nikki Smith Maker's Mark Distillery Diplomat as she gives you the insider scoop on Maker's Mark. Taste all that it has to offer and more!
4:00PM A "Heavenly" Heaven Hill Distilleries Bourbon Tasting
When it comes to Bourbon, all the magic happens in the barrel. The aging process for Bourbon is what gives each product its unique profile and flavor characteristics. Rob Hutchins, American Whiskey Brand Ambassador for Heaven Hill Distilleries, shares the importance of this process for the Master Distillers at Heaven Hill and opens the door for a glimpse of how the distillery uses these methods to create some of their award winning Bourbons.
*Schedule subject to change