Roanoke’s first annual Wingfest, presented by BB&T and Haley Scion, was a big success as people from all over the valley turned out to try a variety of specialty wing recipes from eleven different vendors. From the Meze World Café to Kroger’s “Chef-Prepared wings,” visitors got to experience a full range of flavors that cost upwards of 50 cents to $1 a wing.
Meanwhile, the 2010 Tailgate Games by Tailgaters United took place in one section of the park, including a corn hole and ladder golf tournament. In the back ground, bands like The Astronomers, RagTop, Oxytone, and Fuzzy Logic added an extra element to the laid-back atmosphere that inspired people to get up and dance and enjoy the beautiful day.
While only in its premiere year, Wingfest laid a solid foundation in providing great food, drinks (a variety of soft drinks, beer, and wine) and great music – all while fun and active tournaments offered a chance for trophies and a grand prize.
Photo by Jessica Dodds