Downtown Brewfest

Experience some of WV’s Tastiest BBQ creations and frostiest Craft Brews on August 8, 2026!

One of Downtown PKB’s main events in downtown Parkersburg is the Downtown Brewfest. Their Brewfest features several West Virginia craft beers, delicious BBQ and other food items from a variety of food vendors, and great live entertainment.

It takes place in Parkersburg’s Bicentennial Park in historic downtown Parkersburg right next to the Blennerhassett Hotel.

The Downtown Brewfest is a cashless event. Attendees will need to pay with debit or credit cards. Some food vendors may accept cash.

INFO TBD: The following is last year’s information

Participating Restaurants – (menu will be posted before event)
*Tastings are from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

The Blennerhassett Hotel
Hangry’s
Jimmy Avocado’s
The Little Stirr
Pappy’s Lip Smackin BBQ
The Pizza Station – 3rd Street
The West Virginia Polo Club
Unity Mac Bar & Bistro

Participants will pay food vendors directly with cash or card. Food vendors will determine their own payment options.

Participating Beer Truck Distributors –
*Tastings are from 6 to 10 p.m. Domestic and craft beer will be available.
– Mountain State Beverage
– Spriggs
– The Beverage Market

Domestic and craft beer will be available.
A limited selection of wine will be sold by the glass at the concession stand

Payment For Food & Drinks
Food vendors may accept cash and card. Beer trucks will only accept cash. ATMs are located near the event if needed. ATM locations are –
– The Blennerhassett Hotel lobby (320 Market Street)
– WesBanco Bank (415 Market Street)
– Huntington Bank (429 Market Street)

PODA Cups
Participants will be given a recyclable PODA cup with their first drink. The cups can be reused throughout the evening. Please properly dispose of these cups in the recycling cans around the event. Thank you in advance for helping to keep the area clean. When using a PODA cup, you are permitted to leave the event with your drink as long as you stay within the PODA district, which is on Market Street from 3rd to 9 1/2 Street. There are PODA stickers on the sidewalks to mark the boundaries of the district.

Entertainment
5:45 to 7:45 p.m. – Taylor Sams Band

Taylor Sams is an accomplished local country music artist from Washington, WV. Taylor grew up singing in church, which is the reason behind his soulful vocals. He began his career by winning the local “Texaco Country Showdown” in 2011. In 2012, he joined Sydney Hutchko to form the duo “Blue Ridge Honey.“ The duo joined Josh Thompson’s tour, played at Jamboree in the Hills, and opened for Florida Georgia Line at Heinz Field. The duo also was successful in landing a sponsorship with Southern Curves Vodka out of Savannah, GA. In 2014, Taylor picked back up a solo career and has since opened for many of country music greats Travis Tritt, Joe Diffie, Marty Stuart, and Ronnie Dunn to name a few. Today, Taylor enjoys being with his wife and two daughters, while singing around the state for the great people of West Virginia!

8 to 10 p.m. – Jake Binegar
Jake Binegar is a country music singer and songwriter from the Mid-Ohio Valley. A breath of fresh air to the country music world with his smooth vocals and authentic story-telling lyrics, Jake is excited to share his story with you. He is known for his high-energy performances and his ability to connect with his audience. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time listener, Jake’s music is sure to leave an impression.

Main Tent
At the Main Tent, you will find concessions, general information, a first aid kit, and lost and found.

Taxi Service
Parkersburg Yellow Taxi (304) 422-4000
Ohio Valley Cab Service (740) 374-8294
Lyft (Open the app, set your pick-up location, and request a ride!)
Uber (Open the app, set your pick-up location, and request a ride!)

Smoking
Smoking is not permitted within the event, however, there is a designated smoking area near the event. The area is located in the alley behind The Blennerhassett Hotel. A sign will be posted.

ATM Locations

The Blennerhassett Hotel lobby (320 Market Street)
WesBanco Bank (415 Market Street)
Huntington Bank (429 Market Street)
* Cash may be accepted by food vendors. The rest of the event is cashless.

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the gate. Follow the Downtown PKB Facebook page to keep up with updates and the advance ticket opening.

For more information on Downtown Brewfest, visit Downtown Brewfest — Downtown PKB

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