September 19, 2026, 4-9 p.m. | Liberty Park
Get ready to experience Mooresville like never before! The annual Bands, Brews & BBQ Festival presented by deBotech returns to light up Downtown Mooresville on Saturday, September 19. Mark your calendar and get ready for an unforgettable evening. More details coming soon!
Bands, Brews & BBQ brings together the best of food, fun, and community spirit. Enjoy mouth-watering barbecue from a variety of regional food vendors, serving up everything from classic Southern favorites to bold new flavors.
Church Street and Main Street open at 3 p.m., giving festivalgoers the chance to grab a bite from regional food trucks and enjoy a brew before the lawn opens at 4 p.m.
Families can dive into the Family Fun Zone, featuring rides, games, and activities for all ages, while adults can kick back in the Beer Garden with a great selection of craft brews. Throughout the evening, festivalgoers can also enjoy live performances and entertainment that keep the energy high from start to finish.
The Town of Mooresville is proud to partner with deBotech as the presenting sponsor. A leader in advanced composites, deBotech continues to support innovation and community right here at home.
Country music duo Big & Rich has been entertaining audiences for more than two decades with their genre-defying sound, high-energy performances, and chart-topping hits. Known for fan favorites like "Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy)," "Comin' to Your City," and "Lost in This Moment," Big Kenny and John Rich have earned multiple Grammy nominations, ACM, CMA, and CMT Music Awards, and sold millions of albums worldwide. Blending country, rock, and a larger-than-life stage presence, Big & Rich continue to deliver unforgettable live shows that have made them one of country music's most dynamic acts. Special guests Cowboy Troy and DJ Sinister will also take the stage with Big & Rich.
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Beat The Traffic
Ride the Shuttle
Hassle-free transportation available for The Bands, Brews & BBQ Festival!
Skip the parking stress and ride in style with a convenient park-and-ride shuttle service. Park your car at One Mooresville Center (750 W. Iredell Ave.) and hop on the shuttle! The shuttle will drop guests off in the public parking lot behind Wells Fargo (Off of Church St.)
The shuttle will run continuously throughout the event from 2:45 p.m. to 10 p.m., ensuring you can come and go as you please.
*Accessible Shuttle available.
If you’re catching a rideshare, look for the designated pick-up and drop-off spot at the public lot on the corner of Iredell Ave. and Church St., across from the Chamber of Commerce building. Easy to find, hard to miss!
Liberty Park Prohibited Items
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Alcohol from outside of the event/social district
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Weapons (no open carry or concealed firearms)
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Large Coolers
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Lawn Blankets
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Tents
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Smoking or Vaping
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Pets (service animals allowed)
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Umbrellas
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Skateboards, in-line skates, or bicycles
Young Dawgs Hot Dogs
Ooo-wee BBQ
K&N BBQ
Mr. Hucks BBQ
Hawthorns Pizza
Tacos on the Road
Tiny Biscuit
Durty Thumbs
B’s Grill
Buckeye Wraps
Another Food Truck
Carolina Craft BBQ
Empanadas and Things
Mullins Madness
876 Kitchen Window
Sauce Southern Smoked
Rollicious Ribs & More
The Rican Redneck
Wingz on Wheelz
LKN Cheesecakery
Gigi’s Gelato
Waffle Chick
Mister Softee
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Old ‘97 Kettle Corn
Cotton Candy Cart by Pasta Party LLC
Food & Beverage Vendors
Stardust Cellars
King Canary Brewing
Ghostface Brewing
Hoptown Brewing
Murto Made Distillery
High Branch Brewing
Jolly Roger Brewery
Brews With a Cause
This year’s Brews for a Cause benefits Lake Norman Humane, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of homeless pets throughout the Lake Norman community. Through rescue, adoption, volunteer efforts and community support, Lake Norman Humane works to provide cats, dogs and other animals with the care they need and loving forever homes.
Support Lake Norman Humane during the Bands, Brews & BBQ Festvival by
purchasing one of the special Brews With a Cause selections or donate below!
Lost Child Procedure for The Bands, Brews & BBQ Festival
Immediate Action: If you find a lost child or notice your child is missing, head to the Information Tent in Liberty Park. This is the central Lost Child Station.
Reporting a Lost Child: Provide the following details at the Info Tent:
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Recent photo of the child
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Description (age, height, clothing, distinguishing features)
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Name and any relevant medical info
Reunification Process: Children found will be brought to the Information Tent where we’ll ensure their safety until they are reunited with their guardian. We will verify the guardian's identity to ensure a safe return.
Safety Tips:
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Meeting Point: Choose a clear spot to meet if separated
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Identification: Have your child wear a wristband or carry an item with your contact info.
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Festival Layout: Know the location of the Info Tent
Lost Items: The Information Tent is also the place to report and recover lost items. If the event is over, please contact the Charles Mack Citizen Center to recover any lost items that might have been picked up.