WESTMORELAND—The Colonial Beach Community Foundation and the Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to present the eighth annual Northern Neck Beach Music Festival, a two-day celebration of music, food and community spirit.
WESTMORELAND—The Colonial Beach Community Foundation and the Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to present the eighth annual Northern Neck Beach Music Festival, a two-day celebration of music, food and community spirit.The festival will be held from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. September 12 and 13 on Town Hill in Colonial Beach.
This annual fundraising event supports the foundation’s community programs and initiatives, bringing together residents and visitors for a weekend of dancing, delicious food, cold beverages and fun raffles—including a chance to win $5,000, reported Michele Inderrieden.
This year’s lineup brings a mix of “Jimmy Buffet,” Motown, Carolina Beach Music and R&B to the state.
The Saturday music schedule includes:
- 11:30 a.m., Feature Attraction Band (FAB). Back for the sixth year, this award-winning group from Southside Virginia and Northern North Carolina delivers an irresistible blend of Blues, Southern Soul, Carolina Beach, R&B and Rock. Their motto: “If we play it, you can dance to it!”
- 2 p.m., The Chris Sacks Band. This “Parrothead” favorite brings a tropical flair with their signature “What Would Jimmy Buffett Do?” style.
The Sunday music schedule includes:
- 11:30 a.m., River Rock. This nine-piece band from Southern Maryland gets the crowd moving with a mix of rhythm R&B and Motown classics.
- 2 p.m., Band of Oz. A Carolina tradition for 50 years, Band of Oz is one of the most well-known and successful dance bands in the Southeast.
A two-day ticket is $65 per person. A one-day ticket is $30 for Saturday, or $50 for Sunday. For children younger than 12, tickets are $20 each. Purchase tickets at https://www.cbcommunityfoundation.org/beach-music-festival.
Paper tickets for purchase in Colonial Beach are $50 for a two-day pass, cash/check only, available at Hall’s Supermarket, The Beach Shop, CB Creative and Riverview Inn. No single-day paper tickets are available.
Outside food, beverages, coolers and pets are not permitted. Attendees must bring a valid ID to purchase alcohol. Wristbands allow re-entry throughout the day.
For sponsorship and tent space inquiries, email info@cbcommunityfoundation.org. Follow the festival on Facebook for updates: Northern Neck Beach Music Festival.
