4th Annual Beltane Festival at Thistlerock Mead Company

Welcome to the 4th Annual Beltane Festival at Thistlerock, a day filled with magic, music, dancing, and community as we mark the arrival of summer and Thistlerock's 1 year anniversary!

Music and Dance: This year's program, co-produced by the Blue Ridge Irish Music School (BRIMS) and sponsored by WTJU, includes performances by Albemarle Pipes & Drums, BRIMS' Traditional Folk Ensemble, and headline by Celtic folk rockers, Syr.

Activities include Bodhrán drumming, flower crown making with Wayflowering, face painting, honey tastings, a Ceíli and May Pole dance, haggis hurling competition, archery, and live combat with Zorn Vongal,.

Food and Drink: Mead, non-alcholic drinks, and a special Beltane Fish & Chips fry with Chef Nakesha White of Royalty Eats will be available for purchase on site.

*Festive highland or ancient attire encouraged. Those demonstrating the most commitment to the spirit of Beltane will be awarded our annual Beltane crowns prior to our headline performance.

Host or Publisher Thistlerock Mead Company