The Main Stage
Friday Night
6pm - 7pm
Philip Bray
Playing good ole bluegrass hog callin' music
for the homefolks
7pm - 10pm
Tailgate Down
Come join us for a rockin’ good time when the Southeast Virginia based
band Tailgate Down hits the stage. Currently in their 9th year this band has
had the opportunity to perform with stars such as Toby Keith, Gary Allen,
Sarah Evans, an' many more! Their high energy, country sound, an' rockin’
attitude will get you in the mood to par-tay!
7pm- 9pm
Laurie DeYoung's Birthday Celebration
Help Us Celebrate's Laurie's 29th Birthday. She'll be signing autographs,
serving cake and having fun. Why don't ya'll come on down an' join us!
Saturday
Noon - 1:30pm
Wild Bonerz
Out of the backwoods of Appalachia come Wild Bonerz. A ban’jo-pickin,
git’ar-strummin, ka’zoo blowin duo singing the hits of their family lexicon in
perfect two-part harmony. They sing Top 40 hits of the 70s, 80s, and 90s in the
bluegrass Bonerz family tradition, with a few authentic country tunes added for
good measure. This band is sure to satisfy ya!
1:30pm - 3pm
Naked Mountain Boys
The Naked Mountain Boys are pretty much a group of good friends who enjoy
makin' music together. Their love for traditional bluegrass music is un-believable.
The name of the group comes from a mountain in Fauquier County, VA. Audiences
often joke that the band is guilty of false advertisin' when they show up at gigs fully
dressed. Their bluegrass sound is one of a kind an' a truly kickin' aspect to this festival!
3pm - 4pm
Barbecue Bean Eating Contest
4pm - 6pm
Kristen & the Noise
As Kristen and the Noise takes the stage as this years headliner you're not
gonna want to miss it! If you wanna hear the hits of the 80’s, 90’s, and today
this is your band. Kristen and the Noise keep it real on stage when they perform
the chart toppers from over the last three decades. Their liveliness an' engaging
persona keep you wanting more!
Tasting Theater
Friday
7pm - 8pm
Jim Early & Bill Eason
WHOLE HOG COOKIN’ WITH JIM EARLY AND BILL EASON
Come join Bill Eason and Jim Early as they discuss “Whole Hog Cookin”! You don’t
want to miss this standout demonstration as Bill and Jim discuss the best
way to cook a pig. During Bill’s formative years it was traditional to cook a pig for
just about every major family or community event or gathering. Because of this Bill Eason
is named one of the best whole hog cookers in the country. With his expertise
and Jim Early’s experience in gourmet cooking, hunting, and fishing this is sure to be
a great seminar! Jim Early has taught numerous cooking classes for local colleges and businesses and his meals run the gamut from black tie to kicked back around a campfire.
8pm - 9pm
Brisket Seminar
9pm - 10pm
Todd’s Dirt
Saturday
1pm - 2pm
Hugh Sisson & Greg Nivens
Pyrates, Pints, and Pigs
Come out and see Hugh Sisson, Founder of Clipper City Brewing Company
and Greg Nivens, Founder of the Festival as they talk about their favorite
treats. Sit down and enjoy some fantastic smoked pig prepared three different
ways and paired with your favorite Heavy Seas beers. There is sure to be a few
surprises here like Greg’s favorite bourbon and Hugh’s favorite food – BACON!
2pm - 3pm
John Vickers-Smith
Makers Mark Tasting
Makers Mark invites you to join John Vickers-Smith as he goes into a
history and tasting of the world famous bourbon.
3pm - 4pm
Rob Hutchins
Bourbon Tasting
Join Brand Ambassador for Heaven Hills Bourbon, Rob Hutchins, as he talks
about bourbon. Get ready because he might even give you a taste!
4pm - 5pm
Jim Early
Southern Cooking & Grilling
Join Jim Early of one the South's Premier Cooks for Southern recipes, secrets
and grilling tips. Jim has authored a number of cook books and magazine articles.
Jim is also the Founder of The North Carolina Barbecue Society and serves as
Chairman & CEO. Enjoy grilling tips for chicken/pork/beef and fish and learn how
to make perfect collard greens and other BBQ sides. Jim will also share his nationally
acclaimed Pimento Cheese featured in Southern Living magazine, his special Banana
Pudding and some surprises. Do not miss this fun filled cooking experience. You
can find out more about Jim at www.jimearly.com. IT WILL BE A SMILE!
5pm - 6pm
Monyka Berrocosa
Beer & Bourbon 101 for Babes (and men who love them)
Wine and food educator, enthusiast, author and journalist – “M” (Monyka Berrocosa)
will lead an informative and fun seminar on beer & bourbon basics for women
(and the men who love them.) M is the founder of the area’s largest women only
wine enthusiast group – The Women’s Wine & Dine® and she has been featured
in numerous articles, as well as been a frequent guest on radio and television.
Whether you’re new to this or just want a fun, from the hip refresher on the basics
this seminar will give you the opportunity to discover the fun of beer & bourbon
and learn more about them.