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The MOV's Premier Fall Food & Beer Festival
Downtown Brewfest
August 8, 2026
The Downtown Brewfest , our premier event, brings individuals together from Parkersburg and beyond annually. Featuring craft beers from local breweries, live entertainment, and delicious food from a variety of local vendors; Downtown Brewfest is a fan favorite.
Bicentennial Park
201 3rd Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101
Saturday
August 8, 2026
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
$20 in Advance
$25 at the Gate
Title Sponsor
A special thank you to our title sponsor.
Technology Sponsor
A special thank you to our technology sponsor.
Platinum Sponsors
A special thank you to our platinum sponsors.
Gold Sponsors
A special thank you to our gold sponsors.
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Corporate Sponsors
A special thank you to our corporate sponsors for volunteering at our beer trucks during the event.
In-Kind Sponsors
A special thank you to our In-Kind sponsors.
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Important Info:
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Participants will pay food vendors directly with cash or card. Food vendors will determine their own payment options.
Tastings are from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
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The Blennerhassett Hotel
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Hangry's
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Jimmy Avocado's
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The Little Stirr
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Pappy's Lip Smackin BBQ
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The Pizza Station - 3rd Street
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The West Virginia Polo Club
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Unity Mac Bar & Bistro
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Tastings are from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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The Beverage Market
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Mountain State Beverage
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Sprigg's Distributing Company
Important Info:
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Domestic and craft beer will be available.
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A limited selection of wine will be sold by the glass at the concession stand.
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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.
Schedule
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5:45 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. | Taylor Sams Band
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7:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Break
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8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Jake Binegar Band
Jake Binegar Band
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.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!-
At the Main Tent, you will find concessions, general information, a first aid kit, and lost and found.
View the layout of the event and see where the food vendors and beer trucks will be located. CLICK HERE!
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Parkersburg Yellow Taxi (304) 422-4000
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Ohio Valley Cab Service (740) 374-8294
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Lyft (Open the app, set your pick-up location, and request a ride.)
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Uber (Open the app, set your pick-up location, and request a ride.)
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Smoking and vaping is not permitted within the event, however, there is a designated area near the event. The area is located in the alley behind The Blennerhassett Hotel. A sign will be posted.
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The Blennerhassett Hotel lobby (320 Market Street)
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WesBanco Bank (415 Market Street)
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Huntington Bank (429 Market Street)
* Cash may be accepted by food vendors. The rest of the event is cashless.
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Tastings Are From 6 to 9:30 p.m. Click Here To View Food Menus.
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Food Vendors
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The Blennerhassett Hotel
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Jimmy Avocado's
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The Little Stirr
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Pappy's Lip Smackin BBQ
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Smoking Cauldron
- The Pizza Station
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West Virginia Polo Club
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Tastings Are From 6 to 9:45 p.m. Beer Menu To Be Added Soon.
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Participating Distributors:
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Mountain State Beverage
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Sprigg's Distributing Company
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*You must be 21 to purchase alcoholic beverages.
**Per the West Virginia ABCA, the event is not in the PODA district. Therefore, you are not permitted to leave the event with an alcoholic drink.
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6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. | Two for the Road
Two for the Road is an acoustic country duo from Southest Ohio, bringing a mix of classic and modern country with a few original songs mixed in.
7:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Break
7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Michael Christopher Band
For the last decade, Michael Christopher's focus and passion have been on music: writing, singing, and performing in clubs, amphitheaters, and festivals all over the map. While headlining events across the northeast and beyond, Michael has also opened for some major country stars, including Tyler Farr, Sammy Kershaw, Lonestar, Chris Lane, Jamey Johnson, Phil Vassar, Walker Hayes and William Michael Morgan. His guitar-heavy, rock-edged sound intertwines with in-vocative lyrical virtuosity and positions him with elite company in the country music scene, ultimately offering a sound that is relevant to fans of all ages, styles, and generations.
What's at the main tent?
At the main tent you will find general information, lost and found, and concessions with wine, soda, and water.
Need A Ride?
Taxi services and app-based rideshare options are available in downtown Parkersburg, making it easy to get where you need to go.
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Parkersburg Yellow Taxi (304) 422-4000
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Ohio Valley Cab Service (740) 374-8294
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Lyft (Open the app, set your pick-up location, and request a ride.)
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Uber (Open the app, set your pick-up location, and request a ride.)
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Locations Closest To The Event
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The Blennerhassett Hotel lobby (320 Market Street)
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WesBanco Bank (415 Market Street)
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Huntington Bank (429 Market Street)
*Cash may be accepted by food vendors. The rest of the event is cashless.
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Thank you to all of our generous sponsors!
Your support of the 2026 Downtown Brewfest helps to make this event possible and our mission stronger.
Title Sponsor
A special thank you to our Title Sponsor.
Platinum (Volunteer) Sponsor
A special thank you to our Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
A special thank you to our Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
A special thank you to our Silver Sponsors
In-Kind Sponsors
A special thank you to our In-Kind Sponsors.
Corporate Sponsors
A special thank you to our Corporate Sponsors.
Thank you to our partners!
