Stratford Hall Brews & BBQ Festival
Attend Stratford Hall’s Brews & BBQ Festival
Saturday, April 5, 2025
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Enjoy an incredible lineup of craft brews, wines, spirits, barbecue, live music, and more at Stratford Hall’s Brews & BBQ Festival. A festival ticket lets you roam freely between vendors, sampling their unique offerings—each pour is just a purchase away, with breweries selling 16oz pours for $8 per glass.
Be among the first 1,500 ticket purchases to receive a souvenir glass! With your ticket, you’ll have access to BBQ pitmasters serving up mouthwatering barbecue, craft brews, local wineries, spirits, a spread of other local fare and sweet treats, artisan vendors, and live music. Wander the gardens and explore the c. 1738 Great House’s top floor from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the Festival. Then head over to the car show to see the Victory 7 Mustang Car Club. Discover the best of Virginia’s brews, wines, bites, and shopping—with each pour and plate available for purchase, immerse yourself in the region’s unique flavors and finds.
General Admission Ticket (14+): $35 March 4 – April 3, 2025 for online ticket sales.
General Admission tickets will be available for purchase at the festival entrance for $45.
$10 for ages 6-13
$5 for ages 5 and under
*This event is held rain or shine and tickets are non-refundable.
Spend your day in a Festival Party Tent
For $325, you and an unlimited number of guests can enjoy a shaded, private space that includes a 15’x15’ frame tent, 8′ long table, and four chairs. The party tents will be in a great location near the live music with a wonderful view of the Great House. This tent will be yours for the duration of your time slot, which is based on your selection at checkout. The 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. time slot is sold out. Tents are still available for the 2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. time slot. Reserve your tent when purchasing festival tickets.
Please note: limited tents are available on a first come, first served basis. Festival tickets are not included.
Start your day with a Country Breakfast Buffet by 1710 Tavern
Prior to joining us for the Brews & BBQ Festival, enjoy a traditional country breakfast prepared by 1710 Tavern from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. in the Stratford Hall Dining Room. Advance registration is required. Country breakfast tickets are $20 per adult, $10 for children ages 6-13, free for children 5 and under, and is included with lodging reservations for guests staying overnight April 4.
Take the worry out of traveling and make it a weekend with Stratford Hall! We offer comfortable lodging on site in Guest Houses and Log Cabins. Contact our Reservations team with questions and to book your stay: (804) 493–1967.
What to Expect at the Festival
Brews, Ciders, Wines, and Spirits:
Copper Fox Distillery, The Estate at White Hall Vineyard, General’s Ridge Vineyard, Horton Vineyards, Ice House Brewery, Mattaponi Winery, Rogers Ford Farm Winery, Sumerduck Craft Brewery, Virago Spirits
Al Pugh Distributing Company, Inc. on tap: Alewerks Superb, Bold Rock Apple, Dividing Creek Half Shell, Legend Brown Ale, Michelob Ultra, and Bud Light. More will be added soon!
Barbecue and Food:
Chillin’ and Grillin’ Shack, The Four Cardinals, Gregory’s Grill, Sara Festivals, Sweet Izzy’s Kettle Corn, Segar’s Legacy Event Center – Restaurant & Catering, Team Carolina BBQ, Tilly’s Homemade Ice Cream, and True Blue BBQ
Live Music Schedule:
11:15 a.m. Tommy Filkoski
12:30 p.m. Hard to Tell Band
2:00 p.m. Taboo
4:00 p.m. Tyler Nichols
Activities Included with Admission:
Tour the Great House – Upper level open from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Aim + Hit + Go – Free video game play on various consoles
Car Show – Victory 7 Mustang Car Club
Jumbo Yard Games – Corn hole, tumbling timbers, and ring toss
Thank you to our 2025 Brews & BBQ Festival Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsor
Calling all vendors for the Brews & BBQ Festival!
Applications are open for the Brews & BBQ Festival. Before applying, please review the vendor guidelines carefully to ensure a smooth application process and a successful event day. Please select the appropriate application category for your business.
Wineries/Breweries/Distilleries Vendor Application
Artisan Vendor Application