Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Coming to National Harbor This Weekend

NATIONAL HARBOR, MD -- The annual Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival is returning to National Harbor this Friday, June 17, and Saturday, June 18, and is set to benefit Spirt of Hope Children’s Foundation. 

“This show is a fun departure for adults who enjoy all things Southern ... from the best beers and bourbons to barbecue, banjos, bluegrass and more,” festival founder Greg Nivens said in a statement. “This year will mark the largest show we have ever produced with more than 250 exhibits and tasting tables.”

Admission includes a souvenir glass for unlimited tastings of more than 60 of the best craft beers and 40 top-notch bourbons. In addition, delicious BBQ restaurants from the area will be on-site cultivating their most scrumptious Southern BBQ dishes. The event will offer live music, arts, crafts and memorabilia exhibits.

Here is just a “taste” of what guests will experience:

• The Shrine of Swine is Back – but the whole hogs are always intriguing and new. Each hog is totally different and offer a unique taste.
• New Gaming area including Corn Hole, Tricycle Racing, Large Format Games.
• Live Music featuring The Risches Bluegrass Nation, The Sauce Boss and more!

General admission is $35 in advance/$45 on-site and includes admission to the event and souvenir glass. VIP Saturday admission is $59 in advance/$70 on-site and includes admission, access to VIP area and two additional hours to enjoy the festivities.

The special Friday Night session is $49 in advance and $59 on-site per person. Designated driver admission is also available at $29 and includes admission to the event. Kids 12 and under are free.

For more information, please click here or call 800-830-3976.

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