Festivals Fredonia, Inc., a not-for-profit organization run by volunteers, will be hosting its annual Red, White & Blues Festival that takes place in Fredonia the weekend after Labor Day.

This two-day music event, sponsored by Fredonia Beaver Club and Three Chord Bourbon, takes place throughout the village of Fredonia at various bars, restaurants and in Barker Common Park. This event showcases the area’s local wine industry, hence the “Red” and “White,” along with various local “Blues” artists.

Organizers are expecting to showcase the talents of 10+ different blues performers this year, as well as a performance by regionally known Jeff Fetterman Band.

Starting Friday, Sept. 6, “Uptown” performances will occur at the Fredonia Memorial Post 59 American Legion, Liberty Food and Spirits and Fredonia Beaver Club.

On Saturday, Sept. 7, “Downtown” events will continue in Barker Commons Park, which will feature the Fredonia Farmers’ Market, in addition to food trucks/vendors, craft and wine vendors, 50/50 raffle and basket/gift certificate raffle throughout the day in the downtown area. Live music will begin in the Barker Common gazebo at 11 a.m. with Iron Eyes Experience.

Throughout the day on Saturday, live music will be featured at various downtown Fredonia bars and restaurants starting at 1 p.m. There will be live music every hour at a different downtown venue.

On the main stage this year, performing on the gazebo in Barker Common on Saturday afternoon at 3 p.m: Jeff Fetterman Band!

Pick up a commemorative t-shirt at the Fredonia Beaver Club on Friday night or in the park on Saturday at the Festivals Fredonia tent. Just $15. Two colors to choose from and two styles. Other items for sale will be commemorative koozies ($2) and 21 oz wine glasses ($5). Pick up a cocktail contest card, try all the featured beverages and turn it in to any venue for a chance at winning a Red, White & Blues t-shirt.

Music lineup for Friday, Sept. 6:

4 p.m. – Fredonia Memorial American Legion Post 59 – The Freeze

6 p.m. – Liberty Food and Spirits – Big TONE

8 p.m. – Fredonia Beaver Club – Dr. Z and The Blues Remedy

Music lineup for Saturday, Sept. 7:

11 a.m. – Barker Common Gazebo – Iron Eyes Experience

1 p.m. – Heenan’s Irish Pub – Beer Crate Blues Band

2 p.m. – Coughlan’s Pub – Jammin’ Gypsies

3 p.m. – MAIN EVENT – Barker Common Gazebo – Jeff Fetterman Band

5 p.m. – Fred’s – Harvey and The Hurricanes

6 p.m. – Lil Magill’s – Mark Winsick Band

6:30 p.m. – DeJohn’s Italian Spaghetti House – Pedro and the Smooth Cats

7 p.m. – Old Main Inn – Just Plain Lucky

8 p.m. – Muldoon’s / Tully’s Pub – JT Blues Band

9 p.m. – EBC West – Jony James Band

10 p.m. – Valentine’s – Ion Sky

Onsite in Barker Common starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7 will be several food trucks/restaurants and wineries including:

¯ DeJohns Italian Spaghetti House

¯ EBC West

¯ Domus Fare

¯ SiriThaiCuisine

¯ Franklin’s Honey & Apples

¯ JJ’s Backyard BBQ & Catering LLC

¯ East Main Cafe

¯ Blasdell Pizza Dunkirk

¯ Mazza Vineyards

¯ Sparkling Ponds Winery

¯ Woodbury Winery

There will also be over 20+ craft and direct sell vendors to fill the park in Barker Common (adding daily).

See everyone on Sept. 6 and 7 for “the BEST street party around!”

About Festivals Fredonia

Festivals Fredonia’s mission is to contribute to a high quality of life in Fredonia and surrounding communities by presenting lively, varied recreation and cultural opportunities to village and area residents. Festivals Fredonia is always looking for energetic volunteers to assist in executing each year’s festivals. Contact at festivalsfredoniany@gmail.com.