Rechristened Downtown Brewfest, signature event returns Saturday
Formerly known as the Downtown Throwdown
People enjoy food and beverages and listen to music at the 2024 Downtown Throwdown at Bicentennial Park in Parkersburg. Renamed the Downtown Brewfest, the event returns Saturday. (File photo)
Gavin Haught of Hangry’s Food Truck & Catering hands a sandwich to Hunter Deem of Pennsboro during the 2024 Downtown Throwdown in Bicentennial Park. Renamed the Downtown Brewfest, the event returns Saturday. (File photo)
People enjoy food and beverages and listen to music at the 2024 Downtown Throwdown at Bicentennial Park in Parkersburg. Renamed the Downtown Brewfest, the event returns Saturday. (File photo)
Gavin Haught of Hangry’s Food Truck & Catering hands a sandwich to Hunter Deem of Pennsboro during the 2024 Downtown Throwdown in Bicentennial Park. Renamed the Downtown Brewfest, the event returns Saturday. (File photo)
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PARKERSBURG - The name has changed but beer, food and live music will still be on tap at the Downtown Brewfest from 6-10 p.m. Saturday at Bicentennial Park.
As the Downtown Throwdown, the event grew into one of Downtown PKB's signature events.
"Originally the event was a contest. Everyone voted on their favorite barbecue," said Amanda Stevens, executive director of Downtown PKB. But the competitive aspect is gone and "we don't even focus on barbecue anymore."
Live music, beer and food vendors are still very much in the mix, however, she said.
Live entertainment will be provided starting at 6 p.m. by Two for the Road, followed by the Michael Christopher Band at 7:30.
Advance tickets are $20 and can be purchased online through Downtown PKB’s website, downtownpkb.com, or in person at The Blennerhassett Hotel, 320 Market St., Parkersburg. Tickets will also be available at the gate the day of the event for $25.
The Brewfest is a cashless event, with beer and admissions purchases requiring a debit or credit card, although some food vendors may accept cash.
The event will go on, rain or shine, Stevens said.
Additional information is available online at downtownpkb.com.