08/27/2026
Red, White and Bluegrass
at Belle Grove Plantation in King George, Virginia
Saturday, October 3rd
12pm to 6pm
Join us as we launch an exciting new tradition at Belle Grove Plantation with the Red, White & Bluegrass Festival—a lively celebration of music, community, and the flavors of Virginia! This high-energy fall festival is designed to bring people together for an unforgettable afternoon filled with live bluegrass, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and unique shopping.
LIVE MUSIC
Valerie Smith
Valerie Smith is a musical powerhouse who has been rocking the bluegrass world for almost two decades with her unique sound and style. As a singer and songwriter, Valerie has amassed a loyal following of fans and friends across the United States and Europe, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Her impressive vocals, which NPR radio host Dave Higgs describes as “sassy, sultry, siren-like, sweet, smooth, soothing, and smoldering,” have earned her multiple Grammy, IBMA, and Dove Award nominations.
Jay Armsworthy and Eastern Tradition
Jay Armsworthy & Eastern Tradition, from California, MD is a “hard driving” Bluegrass band that perform traditional ballads, energized instrumentals, and old-time gospel. Jay Armsworthy, guitar, vocals, and mandolin as well. All appreciates his hot licks and smooth voice. Jay has four recordings and has received complements on his first, titled, “Just Lookin’ For Fun” and an all-gospel project titled, "I Couldn't Make It Without Him" on Blue Circle Records. His radio show, “Bluegrass on the Bay” is currently heard on five stations: WWSM in Pennsylvania; BluegrassJamboree.com; SBBRadio.net and BellBuckleRadio.com in Tennessee; and BluegrassCountry.org/88.5 HD Channel 2. Performing, promoting, or DJ’ing, Jay has a passion for Bluegrass. It shows in his endeavors. Scott Walker-banjo is from Friendswood, Texas. Currently live in Front Royal, Virginia. Joining them on Bass is Bonnie Eyler and brother Dale Eyler on fiddle. Bluegrass and the general audience enthusiastically receive them at countless events throughout the East Coast .
Flat Branch
Band Schedule for the Festival
Flat Branch Bluegrass Band 12pm to 2pm – 12pm to 12:50pm – First Set / 12:50pm to 1pm – Break / 1pm to 1:50pm – Second Set
Jay Armsworthy and Eastern Tradition Bluegrass Band 2pm to 4pm – 2pm to 2:50pm – First Set / 2:50pm to 3pm – Break / 3pm to 3:50pm – Second Set
Headliner Valerie Smith 4pm to 6pm – 4pm to 4:50pm – First Set / 4:50pm to 5pm – Break / 5pm to 5:50pm – Second Set
Tickets
VIP Experience - Tent, 8 chairs, 5ft round table, 8 tasting tickets and early entry at 11am - $300
Tasting Tickets - $25
General Admission - $10
Tickets are on sale now through our website at BelleGrovePlantation.com on our Festival Page.
Do not purchase tickets from any other person or source. These are scams and they are looking for your money and personal information.
