15th Annual Virginia Chili, Blues & Brews Festival

Schedule

Sat Sep 13 2025 at 12:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Lumos Plz, Waynesboro, VA 22980, United States | Waynesboro, VA

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15th Annual Virginia Chili, Blues & Brews Festival
Where: 1 Lumos Plaza | Downtown Waynesboro, VA
GET TICKETS, REGISTER AS A CHILI COOKER, VENDOR, OR BECOME A SPONSOR:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/waynetheatrealliance/event/chilibluesbrewsfestival2025
Presented by the Wayne Theatre and now in its 15th year, the Virginia Chili, Blues & Brews Festival brings together chili lovers, craft beer fans, and blues enthusiasts for one spectacular weekend in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
This beloved event draws 3,000+ attendees each year to Lumos Plaza for hot chili, cool brews, and sizzling blues — all in support of arts education and community programming through the Wayne Theatre.
🍻 Craft Beers & Community Fun
Enjoy a wide selection of craft beers from local and regional breweries — plus food trucks, artisan vendors, and interactive fun for all ages.
🎟️ Support the Arts & Community
All proceeds benefit the Wayne Theatre and its Studio Wayne Arts Education programs. Your participation helps sustain live arts, youth programming, and community engagement for all ages in Waynesboro and the surrounding region.
Join us for hot chili, hot tunes, and cold brews — all in the heart of the Blue Ridge!
2025 PERFORMER LINEUP:
- 1:00 – 2:30 PM: Fatty Lumpkin & The Love Hogs
- 2:50 – 4:10 PM: KC & the Blues Revue
- 4:30 – 6:00 PM: The Mojo Parker Band
- 6:30 – 8:00 PM: The Nighthawks
Animal Policy:
‍For the safety and enjoyment of all guests, pets are not permitted at the Virginia Chili, Blues & Brews Festival. Only trained service animals as defined by the ADA are allowed on festival grounds. Emotional support animals, comfort animals, and therapy dogs do not qualify as service animals under the ADA and will not be permitted.
GET TICKETS, REGISTER AS A CHILI COOKER, VENDOR, OR BECOME A SPONSOR:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/waynetheatrealliance/event/chilibluesbrewsfestival2025
WANT EVEN MORE?
You can also join us for our pre-festival kickoff happening on September 12, 2025 beginning at 4:00 pm with live music at Delly Up! and The Green Leaf Grill (Downtown Waynesboro)! No ticket or cover charge is required for Friday’s performances on Sept. 12. Just show up, grab a drink, and enjoy!
SEPT. 12 - FRIDAY KICKOFF:
‍- 4:00 – 6:00 PM: Alex Arbaugh at Delly Up!
- 6:00 – 8:00 PM: Joe Pettus (solo acoustic) at The Green Leaf Grill
PLUS, You're Invited to:
REGISTER AS A CHILI COOKER, VENDOR, OR BECOME A SPONSOR! GET DETAILS:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/waynetheatrealliance/event/chilibluesbrewsfestival2025
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