You know it’s Spring in Huntsville when you smell the barbeque.
Grills are getting fired up all around your neighborhood and even in your own back yard.
Then again, us Southerners grill out year ‘round don’t we? It just really kicks up a notch when the weather warms up.
You know to follow your nose to downtown Huntsville when it’s WhistleStop weekend.
That’s this weekend – May 2-3, 2014, on the grounds of the Huntsville Depot.
The Business of Barbeque
WhistleStop 2014 proceeds benefit the EarlyWorks Family of Museums, so it’s a GREAT excuse to eat barbeque and see awesome bands. 
Tickets at the gate are $25 per day for adults and $5 for kids ages 3 – 8, payable by cash or check only. In addition to all of thatcompetitive grillin’ going on (they even have a kids division), check out the corn hole tournaments, great entertainment and, new this year, a Battle of the Bands. [su_spacer size=”10″]
Who’s On Stage
You need tunes for a good BBQ festival, and Whistle Stop has an awesome lineup. You can visit their website for a complete list.
- Friday night’s main event is Drivin’ N Cryin’ and they will hit the CB&S stage at 9:15 pm.
- Saturday – check out the Battle of the Bands from 2:00 – 8:00 pm on the Venturi/WTKI stage
- Saturday night’s main event is .38 Special. Catch them on the CB&S stage at 9:30 pm.
Plan Your Visit
To make planning your visit to WhistleStop a little easier, here are a few assists:
- Find a Visitor Map here.
- Be on the lookout for over 130 cook teams in the Shadetree and Professional divisions.
- Check out the NEW Craft Beer Pit.
- Be a Wing Judge! Friday from 6 – 7:30 pm.
- Be the Corn Hole Champion– tournaments start on Friday night in the Roundhouse.
- Put your money where your mouth is and vote in the “People’s Choice Award”.
- Bring cash. Not all vendors may be equipped to take credit cards & you’ll need it for People’s Choice.
You are now prepared to follow your nose to Downtown Huntsville for WhistleStop Bar-B-Que Weekend. Go and live the dream!
Event Information: WhistleStop 2014
Dates & Times:
- Friday, May 2, 2014, 4:00 -11:00 pm
- Saturday, May 3, 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
Location: Historic Huntsville Depot
Tickets: $25 per day for adults and $5 for kids ages 3 – 8, payable by cash or check only.
Amy Jones has been a marketing professional in Huntsville for 20 years, with experience in all aspects of marketing, pr, media relations, event management, digital content, and design. Amy is the proud and busy momma of two boys, who keep things loud and fun. For fun she skateboards, rides her scooter, and kayaks (though sadly not at the same time!).
