Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Fest Returns—Now With More Meat Mayhem
Over 60 beers, 40 bourbons, and one delicious pig shrine.
Shannon
July 26, 2025
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Ready your tastebuds and stretch those elastic waistbands—the 17th Annual Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival is back August 1–2 with two glorious days of meat sweats, bourbon wisdom, and bluegrass bops. Sip your way through 60+ beers and 40+ bourbons with your own souvenir glass, then feast on everything from brisket to “exotic smoked meats” (mystery = part of the thrill).
There’s live music, a Cochon Carnival, and yes—The Shrine of Swine is back in all its porky glory. Snag your tickets here before they sell out!
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