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The MOV's Premier Fall Food & Beer Festival

Downtown Throwdown

August 23, 2025

The Downtown Throwdown , 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 Throwdown is a fan favorite.

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Bicentennial Park

201 3rd Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101

Saturday

August 23, 2025

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

$20 in Advance

$25 at the Gate

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Technology Sponsor

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Corporate Sponsors

A special thank you to our corporate sponsors for volunteering at our beer trucks during the event.

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A special thank you to our In-Kind sponsors.

Rob & Louise

Important Info:

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

Click here to view menus from the food vendors.
Tastings are from 6:00 p.m. 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
Tastings are from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The Beverage Market

Mountain State Beverage

Sprigg's Distributing Company
Important Info:

Domestic and craft beer will be available.

A limited selection of wine will be sold by the glass at the concession stand.

Click here to view beer menus.
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

5:45 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. | Taylor Sams Band

7:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Break

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!
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 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.
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.