Big & Rich will bring their high-energy country show to Liberty Park on Saturday, September 19, headlining Mooresville’s fourth annual Bands, Brews & BBQ festival. The free, family-focused event runs from 4 to 9 p.m. in Downtown Mooresville and packs in live music, a beer garden and a long lineup of barbecue vendors. With deBotech returning as presenting sponsor, organizers say the festival is designed to spotlight local brewers and cooks while keeping the programming welcoming to all ages.
According to the Town of Mooresville’s Facebook, Big & Rich, the Nashville duo formed by Big Kenny and John Rich, are locked in as headliners for the September 19 festival at Liberty Park. The town’s event page lists deBotech as the presenting sponsor and confirms that admission is free, per Mooresville Events. Evening programming is scheduled from 4 to 9 p.m.
What To Expect
The festival lineup calls for live performances across the evening, more than 20 BBQ food trucks and the returning B3 Beer Garden that focuses on local craft breweries. Visit Mooresville highlights a Family Fun Zone and other kid-friendly activities, a reminder that this one is not just for the beer crowd. Local coverage has noted that the event has grown into a regional draw by its fourth year, and Iredell Free News reported the festival has previously earned recognition from the state festivals association.
About The Headliner
Big & Rich are the Nashville country duo of Big Kenny (Kenny Alphin) and John Rich, known for genre-blending hits such as “Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy)” and the ballad “Lost in This Moment.” Wikipedia notes that across their career they have mixed country, rock and hip-hop elements, which makes them a lively fit for a free outdoor festival stage. Fans can expect a high-energy, singalong-friendly set built around both party anthems and slower ballads.
Getting To The Festival
Organizers recommend parking at One Mooresville Center and using the free park-and-ride shuttle, which will run continuous service to a drop-off point near Liberty Park through the afternoon and evening. Visit Mooresville has published shuttle information and accessibility notes for past editions of the festival. For questions about vending or volunteering, the town’s event page lists contacts and additional details.
The town says a full performance schedule and vendor list will roll out in the coming weeks; keep an eye on Mooresville Events for updates. Visit Mooresville recommends arriving early to squeeze in time for the food vendors and family activities, which is basically code for: show up hungry and ready to roam.
