SeaWorld: Bands, Brew & BBQ Event Starts This Weekend

It’s time again to eat, drink and rock at SeaWorld Orlando’s Bands, Brew & BBQ festival every Saturday and Sunday, February 13 through March 6. This year’s event kicks off with live performances by the multi-platinum, Grammy nominated Smash Mouth on Saturday, February 13, and R&B legend, Gladys Knight, also known as the “Empress of Soul” on Sunday, February 14, 2016. Event festivities begin at 12 p.m. each weekend, with concerts scheduled to take place at 4 p.m.

In addition to the signature acts, the event also will feature a secondary stage to showcase local bands, and a DJ spinning music for guests to show off their line dancing and boot scootin’ skills.

Beyond the stage, guests can enjoy a Harley-Davidson Orlando display of motorcycles specifically for Bands, Brew and BBQ along with a collection of classic cars.

Returning this year, the USO Family Garden will offer animal encounters, Explore Zones, and a kid-friendly interactive host making this the perfect place to play for families with young guests. Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy this family-friendly area while they learn to dance, meet animals, and have fun.

As a reminder, event times, dates and talent are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.

PHOTO: Gladys Knight. © 2016 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. All Rights Reserved.