Are you a fan of local craft beer, delicious barbecue and live music? Come out to the 6th Annual Bands, Brews, and Barbecue on September 10 from 12-6 p.m. on the Manassas Museum Lawn. Tickets are $35 for tasters and $10 for designated drivers. Tasters will receive a complimentary tasting glass, tastings from 25+ breweries, a full day of live music, and access to purchase delicious barbecue and other foods. Entrance to the festival will be in the Train Depot parking lot and enter onto West Street where attendees will have their first sample of delicious brews. Walk along Prince William Street to find delicious food options and finish on the museum lawn where you can continue sampling delicious beers and shop local crafters.
The entrance to the festival will be in the Train Depot parking lot and enter onto West Street where attendees will have their first sample of delicious brews. Walk along Prince William Street to find delicious food options and finish on the museum lawn where you can continue sampling delicious beers and shop local crafters.
The festival will feature a line up of three live acts to entertain you as you find your favorite beers. Enjoy performances from Skribe, Harlen Simple, and Brickyard Road throughout the afternoon. Bring out your blankets and chairs to secure a spot on the lawn for a close up performance.
Attendees can also sign up for a free cornhole tournament for a chance to win growlers, gift cards to local breweries, and gift cards to the shops and restaurants in historic downtown Manassas. The tournament will begin at 1 p.m. so make sure you get there early to secure your spot.
This yearâs festival has expanded to incorporate the most breweries we have ever had! Including local breweries, Heritage and BadWolf, all of our featured breweries are coming from Virginia, Washington, D.C., Maryland, and North Carolina. This might be the festival where you find your new favorite brew and start planning a trip to visit the brewery. If beer isnât your favorite, both Bold Rock and Cobbler Mountain will be featuring their award winning ciders.
Ticket prices will go up the day of the event, so get yours here today! There will be free parking on event day in the parking garage on Prince William Street and Main Street as well as surrounding commuter lots. Go to www.visitmanassas.org for a full list of breweries and other upcoming events in the City of Manassas.
This post is written and sponsored by the City of Manassas.
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