The Venice Blues & BBQ Festival is set to make a grand return to the Venice Airport Festival Grounds from March 21st to 23rd, 2025. Organized by Daisy Does It Events & Festivals, this year's festival promises an expanded lineup of live music, a Florida BBQ Association-sanctioned competition, live muralists, food trucks, and a variety of local vendors.

Festival Highlights:

• Dates/Times: March 21-23, 2025
  
  Friday 4-10pm; Saturday 10am-10pm; Sunday 10am-5pm
• Location: Venice Airport Festival Grounds, 610 Airport Ave E, Venice, FL 34285
• Features:
  • Live music on two stages featuring national and regional artists
  • Florida BBQ Association-sanctioned competition with a People's Choice Award
  • Live muralist paintings
  • Diverse food trucks and cold beverages
  • Local vendors offering unique products
  • Family-friendly activities (children 12 and under enter free)

Mainstage Lineup:

• Friday, March 21:
  • Rockin' Jake Band
  • Pat McGlaughlin Band
  • Steeln' Peaches
• Saturday, March 22:
  • St. David
  • Roger Bash
  • Gracie Curran and the High Falutin’ Band
  • Will Johns
  • Parker Barrow
  • Dumpstaphunk
• Sunday, March 23:
  • Vince Johnson and the Plantation Allstars
  • Damon Fowler Band
  • Victor Wainwright and the Train

Tickets are now on sale, with general admission priced at $20 for Friday, $25 for Saturday and $25 for Sunday. VIP options, $75 per day, are also available, offering tent access, preferred seating, artist meet-and-greets, light snacks, and a complimentary first drink. Children 12 and under enjoy free admission, and free parking is available for all attendees.

"We are thrilled to expand the Venice Blues & BBQ Festival in 2025," said Nick Sperry from Daisy Does It Events & Festivals. "In our second year at our new location, the Venice Airport Festival Grounds provides ample space to enhance the festival experience, featuring an exciting lineup of live music, a BBQ competition, and live muralists."

For more information, including ticket purchases, vendor applications, and volunteer opportunities, visit the official festival website at venicebluesandbbq.com.

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