WORTH THE DRIVE

Many are familiar with the Georgetown Poppy Festival but the City of Georgetown has been working to hold more events beyond the Square to encourage visitors year round. So, when the Troubadour Festival team suggested hosting their second annual music and barbecue bonanza at Garey Park, just a 30 minute drive from Jarrell, staff were excited about another chance to showcase one of Georgetown's many nature gems. “Garey Park is a great asset for Georgetown and unique in many ways," says Council Member Kevin Pitts. "Troubadour Festival will introduce locals from nearby towns to this amazing attraction.”

The festival combines two things Texans love, festival co-owner Chase Colston says—barbecue and music. “We pride ourselves on the best barbecue restaurants in the world, and we love our country music so if someone loves one or the other, or even better yet, both, we’ve put together the ultimate event. Troubadour Festival is the largest barbecue and music festival in the state, and being a part of that is something folks don’t want to miss.”

THE EVENT

On Saturday, June 4, forty-four of Texas’ best barbecue joints and nine musicians and bands will gather in the park, rain or shine, for a day of outdoor fun. Chase adds. “We love the vibe of the area, the people, and the support we’ve gotten so far. We didn’t want this to be just another event in Austin. We look at areas that are not only rapidly growing, but have a big desire to bring great new events they can be proud of to town. When we saw Garey Park the first time, we knew we were bringing Troubadour Festival to the right place in Central Texas.”

TICKETS

The Troubadour Festival welcomes people of all ages. Tickets start at $60 and kids 10 and under will be admitted free. VIP entrance begins at noon, barbecue ticket holders are welcome at 1pm, and gates open for musical performances at 4pm. Scan the code at right for tickets and info.