2nd Annual Bootlegger's Barn Bash

Relax under the stars and listen to THE GARDNERS, PRESSLEY LATON, and Nashville's Country Western Power Couple VELVET RODEO live on stage at Loping Crow Distillery!

Bring your chairs and join us in the barnyard for a Saturday filled with soaring vocals, amazing music, great food, small-batch, handcrafted whiskey and cocktails (beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options also available), and Sunny Day Markets - a fun new addition to this year's bash!

Food trucks King of Fire Pizza & Thai Smile!

DISTILLERY & VENDOR MARKET OPEN AT NOON. LIVE MUSIC STARTS AT 3PM.

TICKETS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDEES 3-10PM. Children 12 & under are free. You do not need a ticket to shop the vendor market before 3PM. If you are staying for any portion of the music, you will need a ticket.

Thank you to our music sponsor, Uwharrie Bank.

Info: Local favorites, The Gardners - you know them, you love them, you grew up with them. Father Scott & son Mason take the stage to kick things off. You do NOT want to be fashionably late for this amazing duo!

Info: North Carolina native, Pressley Laton, is redefining the boundaries of country and rock music. Drawing inspiration from an inherited passion for iconic '70s rock legends like Aerosmith and the ‘90s country stars like The Chicks, Laton is carving out her niche in the country music landscape. With a powerhouse voice that reverberates with the soulful intensity of a Baptist hymn, Laton blends her gritty, whiskey-smooth vocals with a gift for crafting timeless songs. "Pressley's music seamlessly blends creativity and depth, while her lyrics strike a perfect balance between wit and seriousness, revealing a nuanced perspective beyond her years," praised the Roots in the Round's Singers & Songbirds Songwriter Festival in Statesville, NC. With her commanding stage presence and a voice that leaves a lasting impact, Pressley Laton is the unconventional country artist poised to captivate audiences everywhere.

Info: Power couple Velvet Rodeo effortlessly blend the sounds of contemporary and classic country, delivering harmonies as smooth as Carolina Honey. Drawing inspiration from acclaimed artists like the Civil Wars, Lady A, and Little Big Town, Velvet Rodeo brings a fresh, modern western twist to the country music scene. Awarded both the CCMAS "Country Duo of the Year" and Josie Music Awards "Country Music Duo of the Year", these Country Western sweethearts are just getting started. Their slinging guitars, vocal showdowns, and energetic performances have captivated the hearts of fans worldwide. Leah & Bryan have already had the privilege to share stages with many acclaimed artists such as Clay Walker, Little Texas, and Jelly Roll. The season premiere of their brand new TV series "Heartstrings" airs June 1st on ACN! Join them on the tour bus as they hit the road to chase the neon dreams of country stardom, trying to make room for the important things in life while managing a career on the road.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Loping Crow Distillery, 24030 Endy Road, Albemarle, United States