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Yorktown Prepares for Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival

Join in the fun at the Yorktown Blues Brews BBQ Festival on May 3, 2025!

News Summary

The Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival returns to Yorktown on May 3, 2025. Celebrate with local craft beer, delicious barbecue, and live blues music at Riverwalk Landing from noon to 6 p.m. Enjoy performances by local bands and a variety of food options. Early bird tickets are available for a limited time. Free parking and a shuttle service will make attending easy, so gather your friends and get ready for an unforgettable experience.

Yorktown Gears Up for Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival!

Get ready, Yorktown! The highly-anticipated Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival is making a grand return on May 3, 2025, and it promises to be an experience you won’t want to miss. Taking place at the picturesque Riverwalk Landing, this vibrant celebration runs from noon until 6 p.m. and invites you to indulge in some of the best craft beers, mouth-watering barbecue, and thrilling live blues music around!

Festival Highlights

The festivities kick off right at noon, setting the perfect tone with an energetic performance by The Fifes and Drums of York Town. As the sun warms the day, the music keeps rolling with the HM Johnson Band hitting the stage at 12:30 p.m. You can be sure your toes will be tapping and spirits soaring! And that’s not all—get ready to groove to the sounds of Anthony Rosano and the Conqueroos as they bring the heat at 3:30 p.m. Get your friends together; this is the place to be!

A Taste of Good Times

If your taste buds are yearning for something special, look no further! The festival will feature a variety of local craft breweries, perfect for sampling those refreshing brews that are sure to hit the spot. A selection of food trucks will also be on-site, offering an array of delicious dishes to satisfy all your cravings. And for those who prefer wine, a delightful wine garden will be available for tastings as part of your admission. Expect selections ranging from French and German favorites to some fantastic domestic wines that will offer something for every palate.

Ticket Information

Planning on joining the fun? To save some bucks, consider grabbing those Early Bird tickets! At just $40 if purchased before April 15, it’s a steal. After that date, tickets jump to $50 while supplies last, so don’t say we didn’t warn you! There are also limited non-drinking tickets available for just $20, ensuring everyone has the chance to join in on the celebration. Remember, this is a closed, ticket-only event, so leave the kids and pets at home!

Getting There

Don’t stress about parking! The festival provides free parking at the Riverwalk Landing Parking Terrace, plus additional options at York Hall, the York-Poquoson Courthouse, and the County Administration Building. To make it even easier, the free Yorktown Trolley will be running from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., making stops all around town. Hop on board and let them whisk you to the festivities!

Support and Community

This fantastic festival isn’t just about good food and music; it’s also about celebrating community spirit! Local sponsors are coming together to support the festival, including popular spots like the Water Street Grille, Kona Big Wave, Riverwalk Restaurant, and York County. Their commitment to enhancing the community shines through this tremendous event.

Join the Celebration

Mark your calendars for May 3, 2025, and prepare for a day filled with laughter, fantastic flavors, and unforgettable sounds at the Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival. Tickets can be easily purchased online at villageevents.org. With a wide array of fun planned not just for this festival, but a full slate of events in the beautiful Historic Yorktown throughout 2025, it’s shaping up to be an exciting year ahead!

So what are you waiting for? Gather your friends, pick out your favorite festival outfits, and get ready for a fantastic day at Yorktown’s beloved festival! We can’t wait to see you there!