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! 

 

 

 

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I Want To Tap That!!!   Join Us At The Entrance of the Show at 11:45am at the

entrance of the show for a special Heavy Seas Loose Cannon Firkin Tapping

 

 

 

 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

 

 

                                        Last Year's Winner

  Do you think your gut has what it takes to win this glorious recognition?   Contestants will be put through their paces as they attempt to devour the most beans in the time limit offered. Candidates will be judged on amount of beans eaten in the timeframe given. The winner will be hailed as the gassiest human alive World Bean Eating Champion for 2009 on the event website and receive a REDNECK SIZED BEER MUG & $100 in cash!

 Hosted by Amelia and Scott from 98 ROCK!

   

  For All The Daisy Dukes…….Pin The Tail On Spiegel!

                                               Last Year's Winner

For all our Daisy Duke-Wannabes – we will welcome you to come and pin the tail on your favorite JACK-ASS – Josh Spiegel from 98 Rock!   Not only will these fine-looking ladies be judged on their appearance and costume but also their ability to pin the tail correctly ON TARGET.  The lucky lady will proudly walk away with a REDNECK SIZED Beer Mug as well  $100 in cash!

 

          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. Bill began competition

cooking in 1990 and his team, The Little Red Pig, has received more than 100 state

and national awards. Due to his successes Bill Eason is now recognized as 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.

 

 

          8:30pm - 10pm 

Todd’s Dirt

 

 Have you ever wondered how a seasoning gets started? Well, for Todd's Dirt, it's

been a long road.  After years of trying and many countless combinations, he came

up with a seasoning that was even better than any seasoning he had tasted before.

Join Todd as he discusses the inspirations, experiences, and maybe even the

ingredients that go into 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 dives into a

tasting and seminar of the world famous Markers Mark bourbon.

 

          3pm - 4pm

Rob Hutchins

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.

 

          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.