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SUMMARY:Beer\, Bourbon\, & BBQ - Charlotte
DESCRIPTION:Queen City is is the Place for Going HOG WILD!!\nThis 19th Annual affair offers up all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer\, Bourbon\, Barbecue\, Boots\, Bacon\, Biscuits\, Bluegrass\, and Smoked Beasts! It’s a great day of beer sippin’\, bourbon tastin’\, music listenin’\, cigar smokin’\, and barbecue eatin’. Your admission buys you a sampling glass so you can enjoy an ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-TASTE sampling of beer and bourbon. \nUnleash Your Beast……. with OVER 60+ BEERS\, 40+ BOURBONS\, AND LOTS OF BARBECUE!\nNEW BEAST MODE CABANAS. DO you have a group of friends who are the LIFE of the PARTY – bring it!!! This package is VERY EXCLUSIVE & LIMITED and Offers you – your own oasis at the show. \n\nEach Guest Receives a Souvenir Glass to enjoy All You Care To Taste Beer and Bourbon Tastings as you stroll from table to table.\nThe SHRINE OF SWINE is back! Enjoy whole hogs during each session. Pork worship at its finest!\nBBQ Galore! Enjoy the great barbeque selection from our vendors onsite – pulled pork from whole hogs\, ribs\, brisket\, chickens\, sausages and all the fixins’ you can imagine. We’ll keep the portions heavy and the prices low.\nEnjoy seminars in the Tasting Theater with Master Distillers\, Brewmasters\, and Pit Masters from the deep South.\nGAME IT: The Cochon Carnival is loaded with fun activities and games to keep everyone challenged. Connect four\, giant jenga\, cornhole\, and so much more…\nDANCE: Listen To Live Rock & Blues Music on The Main Stage.\nSHOP: Browse Cool Exhibits of Brewerania\, Hot sauces\, BBQ accessories\, Cigars\, and more!\n\nBeast Mode Private Cabana\nValid from 12pm – 6pm \nThe BEAST MODE PRIVATE CABANA offers an exclusive\, private party experience for up to 10 guests! Each Cabana enjoys all of the benefits outlined\, with a private 10×10 tent with tables and chairs\, 1 bottle of Bourbon and 1 case of beer (which must stay in the cabana)\, 10 extra BBQ Dinner Tickets to share\, bottled water\, and VIP tickets for 10 guests to include 2 extra hours of tastings\, a souvenir glass and bag\, all live entertainment\, and some surprises. Limited to 8 Cabanas only! \nVIP Admission\n\n\n\n\n\nValid from 12pm – 6pm \nThe VIP ticket includes 6 hours of sampling\, a souvenir tasting glass\, unlimited sampling of beer and bourbon\, a BBQ dinner plate\, VIP exclusive open-flame meat and specialty beverage sampling\, and live entertainment. These tickets are limited and always SELL OUT. \nGeneral Admission\nValid from 2pm – 6pm \nThis GA ticket includes a souvenir tasting glass\, unlimited sampling of beer and bourbon\, and all live entertainment. \nEntry Only tickets are sold Onsite Only for $25 on the day of the event.
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LOCATION:Ballantyne’s Backyard\, 11611 N Community House Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28277\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wine & Food Festival - Charlotte Ballantyne
DESCRIPTION:The Wine + Food Festival At Ballantyne.\nCome to a world-class\, backyard culinary event; bringing together Charlotte’s hottest chefs\, artisanal craftsmen\, and culinary pioneers with thousands of Charlotte’s foodies. Enjoy over 100 different international and local wines\, craft beers\, and craft spirits in an all-you-care-to-taste affair. The title says wine but don’t worry\, there are all types of adult beverages offered\, sampled\, and compared. Come and let your taste buds be amazed at this delicious culinary experience. The Wines are Fine\, just served in a fun environment…\nWhat’s on the Vine? \n\nALL YOU CARE TO TASTE Program with 100+ International Wines\, Beer\, and Spirits in your Souvenir glass.\nGreat food available to buy from some of Charlotte’s Pop-Ups\, Restaurants and Food Trucks.\nGreat LIVE MUSIC selection with bands to keep you dancing through the day.\nPick Some New Favorites in the Rose’ Garden\nEnjoy The Sensory Station\nAnd a few Surprises……\n\nSpecial VIP Experience Includes:\n\nAccess to the VIP Champagne Lounge\nA bottle of wine and wine bag\nAn extra hour of sampling\nFREE water & VIP washrooms\n\nSUN & SIP PRIVATE CABANA\nValid 12pm – 5pm \nThe SUN & SIP PRIVATE CABANA offers an exclusive\, private area experience for up to 10 guests! Each Cabana enjoys all of the VIP benefits outlined\, with a private 10×10 tent with tables and chairs\, your own private kiddie pool (so bring your swimsuit!)\, 5 extra bottles of wine from our private selection to share\, bottled water\, and VIP tickets for 10 guests to include 1 extra hour of tastings\, a souvenir glass\, bottle of wine & wine bag\, all live entertainment\, and some surprises. \nVIP ADMISSION\nValid 12pm – 5pm \nTicket prices increase on-site. Includes all-you-care-to-taste wines\, beers\, & spirits\, a souvenir wine glass & wine bag\, a bottle of wine\, free bottled water\, access to VIP Champagne Lounge and Washrooms\, entrance to the event 1 hour early in an exclusive session\, plus all performances. \nGENERAL ADMISSION\nValid 1pm – 5pm \nTicket prices increase on-site. Includes a souvenir wine glass\, unlimited alcohol samples\, all performances. \nEntry Only tickets are sold Onsite Only for $25 on the day of the event.
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LOCATION:Ballantyne’s Backyard\, 11611 N Community House Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28277\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wine & Food Festival
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SUMMARY:Whiskey\, Wine\, & Fire - Charlotte
DESCRIPTION:An Elegant Evening in the Field\nThis exclusive foodie celebration will feature: Whiskey Bars\, Elegant Wines & Cocktails\, Great Music\, Tented Food Stations\, Food Trucks\, & Restaurants and Intimate Firepits throughout. Relax Around the Fire Gardens and enjoy an inspired take on fire-kissed BBQ\, specialty grilling\, and drink pairings. Enjoy the firebreathers and artists set the night ablaze. Please dress appropriately\, the event is outdoors. \nSaturday Twilight VIP Admission\nValid Saturday 4pm – 9pm \nThis Twilight VIP ticket includes a souvenir tasting glass with all-you-care-to-taste sampling of whiskey\, wine\, and other beverages\, early entry into the event with one extra hour of tastings\, a Selection of 4 Tastes from the open-fire Grilling/Meat Stations (all other foods are a la carte)\, a special VIP Area and Washroom\, and all live entertainment. \n**This is Limited to the First 400 Guests** \nSaturday General Admission\nValid Saturday 5pm – 9pm \nThis General Admission ticket includes a souvenir tasting glass with all-you-care-to-taste sampling of whiskey\, wine\, and other beverages\, and all live entertainment. All food is a la carte. \nEntry Only tickets are available onsite only for $25 on the day of the event.
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