8/13: Rhythm & Ribs at the Park

The Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley is proud to host a full day of events in Jackson Park in Historic Downtown Pulaski on Saturday, August 13, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. This free, all day, family-friendly event will feature a variety of live bands and other performances; children’s activities; ribs and barbecue (with all the fixin’s!); and other main courses, snacks and dessert foods. New to this year’s event are crafters and other makers selling their unique handmade wares.

The performances start at 11 a.m. with Nu-Blu, a band based in North Carolina with multiple Top Ten Billboard albums and numerous number one radio hits. At 3 p.m., Virginia Hollow takes the stage with their mix of Americana, bluegrass, country, Indie, and rock. They’re followed by an eclectic mix of fun provided by The Thrillbillyz at 5:30 p.m. Local favorites, The Kind, close the evening at 8 p.m. There will be a special performance by students from the Greater Pulaski Junior Appalachian Musicians (GrAPE JAM) between the first two bands.

You can’t have Rhythm and Ribs without the ribs, and three rib and barbecue vendors will be serving up great food all day. Wasky’s Smoked Meats out of Blacksburg will be joined by Bootleg Barbecue from Floyd. Also serving will be Bowmans Butt & BBQ, the winner of numerous cooking awards including the 2020 KCBS Backyard World Champion. Popular restaurant, Al’s on First and located adjacent to Jackson Park, will be joining the fun with a special barbecue plate. Additional treats will be provided by Squeeze’um & Shake’um, Snack Time, and Suzie’s Funnel Cakes.

Local artisans and craftspeople will have original works for sale and the Fine Arts Center will have crafts for children. No outside alcohol is allowed but alcohol will be available for purchase. You are invited to bring your own chairs and blankets and enjoy as much of the day as possible. Dancing is encouraged!

For more information about Rhythm and Ribs/Art in the Park, please visit FACNRV.org, email us at info@FACNRV.org, call 540-980-7363, or visit in person at 21 West Main St, Pulaski, VA.