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Friday Events, Sept. 20
One of the best things about Bikes, Blues & BBQ as far as we’re concerned is the barbecue part, and one of the festival’s signature events is happening Friday night at the Washington County Fairgrounds. The People’s Choice BBQ Competition will kick off at 6 p.m., and for $6, you can taste delicious barbecue from some of the best cooks in the country. It’s best to get there early, though. Only 300 tickets will be sold.
Tunes-wise, locals Earl & Them and Isayah’s Allstars at Kingfish, Steve Pryor and Andy Frasco at George’s, and Shawn James and the Shapeshifters at Smoke & Barrel are our picks for most likely to freak out visiting bikers with their skills Friday night.
Full list:
- 12 p.m. George’s Majestic Lounge: Live music all day
- 12 p.m. NWA Mall: BBBQ – Classic Car Cruise-In
- 2 p.m. Fayetteville Public Library: Levon Helm documentary
- 2:30 p.m. Dickson Street: BBBQ – Live Music
- 5 p.m. Kingfish: Dead Soldiers / Isayah’s All Stars / Earl & Them
- 6 p.m. Greenhouse Grille: Alex Lewis Jazz
- 6 p.m. Fresco Cafe & Pub: Handmade Moments
- 6 p.m. Fresco Cafe & Pub: Fresco Jazz Trio
- 6 p.m. Washington County Fairgrounds: BBBQ – People’s Choice BBQ Competition
- 6 p.m. Mojito’s Mexican Grill: Effron White
- 7 p.m. Foghorn’s: Sean Kemp
- 7 p.m. Bear’s Place: Foley’s Van
- 7 p.m. Washington County Fairgrounds: BBBQ – Live Music
- 7 p.m. The Stolen Glass: Blue Springs Band
- 8:30 p.m. JJ’s Grill: Magic 8 Balls
- 8 p.m. Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall: Degree Recital: Alexandra Bond, voice
- 8 p.m. The Chancellor Hotel: Claudia Burson Trio
- 9 p.m. Smoke & Barrel Tavern: Shawn James & The Shapeshifters
- 9 p.m. The Phoenix: Starroy
Saturday Events, Sept. 21
War Chief
If you’re into classic cars, you might want to check out the car show at the Northwest Arkansas Mall from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.
If you like bikes, or if you like avoiding traffic, you should be aware that the annual Bikes, Blues & BBQ Parade of Power is leaving the fairgrounds, and making it’s way toward Dickson Street at 4 p.m. on Saturday. Here’s a link to download the parade route.
There’s a good show at Kingfish Saturday night with War Chief, featuring Little Rock songwriter Grayson Shelton.
The Lightbulb Club also has a rock show with Catholic Spray (Paris) and locals Resin Hands (Fayetteville) and Neon Glittery.
Full list:
- 7 a.m. Fayetteville Square: Farmers’ Market
- 8 a.m. NWA Mall: BBBQ – Car show
- 10 a.m. Jammin’ Java: Hogeye Ramblers
- 12 p.m. George’s Majestic Lounge: Live music all day
- 12 p.m. Washington County Fairgrounds: BBBQ – KCBS BBQ championships
- 12 p.m. Dickson Street: BBBQ – Bike Show / Battle of the Bikes
- 3 p.m. Guitar’s Dance Club: E & The Boys
- 3:30 p.m. Dickson Street: BBBQ – Live Music
- 3:30 p.m. Washington County Fairgrounds: BBBQ – Parade of Power
- 5 p.m. Kingfish: James Dickard / War Chief
- 6 p.m. Louie’s Bar & Grill: Effron White
- 7 p.m. Bear’s Place: Tommy Nolen
- 7 p.m. Washington County Fairgrounds: BBBQ – Live Music
- 8:30 p.m. JJ’s Grill: Jason Strode
- 8 p.m. Mojo’s Pints & Pies: The Crumbs
- 9 p.m. The Lightbulb Club: Catholic Spray / Resin Hands / Neon Glittery
- 9 p.m. Smoke & Barrel Tavern: Tyrannosaurus Chicken
- 9 p.m. The Stolen Glass: Chasing Pictures
- 9 p.m. The Phoenix: Starroy
- 12 a.m. Dickson Street: Miss BBB Contest
Sunday Events, Sept. 22
Tab Benoit
On Sunday, the bikes will be mostly gone, but the blues will continue at George’s with guitar-slinger Tab Benoit. Tickets are $15, available at the venue’s ticketing site.
Full list:
- 9 a.m. Botanical Garden of the Ozarks: Farmers’ Market
- 11 a.m. Greenhouse Grille: Candy Lee
- 11 a.m. Common Grounds: Brad Helms
- 1 p.m. Terra Studios: Good Medicine
- 3 p.m. Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall: Joint Faculty Recital: Dr. Gates, cello and Dr. Kashiwagi, piano
- 7:30 p.m. Stella Boyle Smith Concert Hall: Guest Artist: Matthew Haislip, horn
- 8 p.m. George’s Majestic Lounge: Tab Benoit w/ Kris Lager Band
- 8 p.m. Mojo’s Pints & Pies: Teddy Sablon
Friday Public Meetings
| Time | Meeting | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9 a.m. | Fayetteville Forward Economic Accountability Council * | City Hall, Room 326 |
Weekend Birthdays
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