Blues, Brews, & BBQ Returns to Docville Farm on October 5th

Blues, Brews, & BBQ will return on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the the Meraux Foundation’s Docville Farm (5124 E Street, E St Bernard Hwy, Violet, LA 70092).

This year’s event promises a full day of lively blues music, mouth-watering barbecue, and a variety of local brews, all while supporting the essential programs of the Community Center of St. Bernard. The event will benefit the Center's food pantry, backpack program, and hygiene program, which are critical in helping underserved families throughout the parish. 

Music Lineup

The festival will feature a dynamic lineup of local and regional blues artists, including:

  • 12:00 pm: Chalmette High Jazz Band

  • 1:00 pm: Bruce "Sunpie" Barnes

  • 2:20 pm: Johnny Mastro

  • 3:40 pm: Jerry Dugger

  • 5:00 pm: Little Freddie King

Food Vendors

A variety of food options will be available, including some of the region’s best barbecue and southern comfort foods:

Barbecue and Food Vendors:

  • A&C Burgers

  • Big Papi Smokehouse

  • Cochon King BBQ

  • Family Cajun Kitchen

  • Pork You Long Time

  • Stockyard Landing

Snacks and Sweets:

  • Cheesecake Heidi

  • E & O Snowballs

  • Express Fluffy Treats

  • La "Squeezy" Ana

  • Poppin Gourmet Popcorn

  • Space Snack

  • Telltale Coffee & Creams

Adding to the excitement, two of our food vendors, Tung Nguyen from Pork You Long Time and Gerald Vinnett from Big Papi’s Smokehouse, recently competed in Netflix’s "Barbecue Showdown" Season 3, with Gerald making it to the finals! Don't miss this opportunity to taste their incredible creations.

Pirogue's Whiskey Bayou will provide a cash bar with a signature cocktail for the event. 

Event Information

When: Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Where: Docville Farm, 5124 E St Bernard Hwy, Violet, LA
Free Entry

Proceeds from food and beverage purchases will support the Community Center of St. Bernard and its ongoing work in our community.

Come out and enjoy a day of great music, food, and community, all while supporting an incredible cause!

Next
Next

Exploring the Richness of the Mississippi River Delta: MRDI 2024