Providence RI, Aug 26, 2017 -- Robert Randolph & The Family Band, Randolph plays slide guitar on the main stage. Blues & BBQ Festival at Bold Point Park in Providence.

A down and dirty celebration of blues, beer, and BBQ, this one-day festival promises amped up musical powerhouses and a BBQ Alley serving up smoky favorites. 8 hours of live jams from six bands: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band Robert Randolph & The Family Band The Silks, Barrett Anderson Band Cannibal Ramblers, Cee Cee & The Riders. All paired with savory offerings and cold brews for a quality dose of southern hospitality right here on the RI waterfront! . Bold Point Park on the East Providence Waterfront! [The Providence Journal / David DelPoio]