Westport is many things to many people. We’re hedge fund headquarters, an arts colony, and a great place to raise kids.
For 2 days every year, Westport is also the blues and BBQ capital of the Northeast.
A multi-hued, very diverse crowd of music and food lovers descended on the Westport Library and Imperial Avenue parking lots, plus the Levitt Pavilion, today and tonight.
The 8th annual Blues, Views & BBQ Festival kicked off in its highest gear ever. From kick-ass music to definitely non-vegan food — and with games, booths, fun and more for all ages — it was the liveliest opening day ever.
Tomorrow’s (Sunday) show runs from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. If you’ve never been, you have to check it out (info here).
If you’ve been before, you know you’re going back.
Anders Osborne — the Swedish bluesman from New Orleans — rocked a full Levitt Pavilion house tonight.
Amits Bread was a perfect complement to Big Animal Barbecue. Check out their smoker, next to Amit.
What’s a barbecue festival without ribs…
…and fried food.
These kids loved Tom’s roid-rippin’ hot sauce.
Dane Tilghman came from Pennsylvania to show his blues-infused artwork.
Tats: They’re not just for teenagers.
The Levitt Pavilion concerts were sold out. But a brass band played for everyone else in the Westport Library parking lot.
An enthusiastic crowd enjoyed the Levitt Pavilion shows.
Even at the crowded Levitt, there was a chance to chill, and enjoy the day.