DO Delaware: Brett Young, Brewfest, Black Film Fest, Powwow and more fun on tap

Brett Young in SoDel

Country star Brett Young will saddle up for some boot-stomping fun downstate this weekend.

Young has dropped a number of popular tunes over the years including “Mercy,” “In Case You Didn’t Know,” “Like I Loved You” and “You Didn’t.” The country singer struck gold with his self-titled debut album, which reached platinum status.

Young has been nominated for a number of awards including CMT, Billboard, ACM, CMA and Teen Choice.

As a heads up, this concert will feature a mix of assigned seating and bring-your-own chair admission. Also guests might be required to show their COVID-19 vaccination card or negative test. Patrons will be notified of any requirements via email.

Young, who will be supported by opener Matt Ferranti, will bring the noise to the Freeman Arts Pavilion (31806 Lakeview Drive, Selbyville) at 7 p.m. Friday. Tickets are $39-$69. For more information, visit freemanarts.org or (302) 436-3015.

Odessa Brewfest 2022

Over 50 national and regional breweries are set to be on tap at the mouth-watering Historic Odessa Brewfest.

Some of these breweries include Dogfish Head, Twisted Irons, Evil Genius, Brick Works, Dewey Crush, Blue Earl, Stich House, Big Oyster Brewery, Mispillion River, Wilmington Brew Works and Bellefonte Brewing Company.

You can vote for your favorite brewery between Twisted Irons and Bellefonte as they duke it out March Madness style in the “Brewbracket.” Voting ends at noon on Friday.

There also will be artisan vendors and live music to quench your thirst for a good time at the ninth annual Historic Odessa Brewfest

Folks will get their sip on at the Brewfest at the Wilson-Warner House (202 Main St., Odessa) from 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday. Tickets are $60. Children aren’t allowed at the event. For more information, visit odessabrewfest.com or302-378-4119.

Nanticoke Powwow 2022

A longstanding celebration of Native American culture will be held during the 44th Annual Nanticoke Indian Powwow.

The two-day event will include traditional Native dancing and a car show on both days. While the event is outdoors, pets are prohibited, except for services animals with proper credentials, according to the website.

Guests will have a chance to honor and learn more about Native American culture at the Powwow at Hudson Fields (30045 Eagle Crest Road, Milton) from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., on both Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $10 adults; $5 children (ages 11 to 17) and free (children 10 and under). For more information, visit hudsonfields.com.

Grand time with Brian Stokes Mitchell

Classical music and showtunes fans, head's up.

You'll want to listen in as the Delaware Symphony Orchestra and OperaDelaware celebrate a new musical season, alongside Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell.

According to The Grand’s website, the event will feature two acts, beginning with a program of traditional concert tunes. The second act will offer Mitchell and will pay homage to Broadway standards from over the years.

This concert will entertain guests at The Grand (818 N. Market St., Wilmington) at 8 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $83. For more information, visit thegrandwilmington.org or (800) 37-GRAND.

Black Film Festival

Movie buffs will have their fill of fresh flicks to choose from at the Diamond State Black Film Festival. The event spans three days, offering 24 films created by or featuring people of color.

Films will be screened at Penn Cinema Riverfront (401 S. Madison St., Wilmington) and at the Delaware Contemporary (200 S. Madison St., Wilmington).

Themes of love, mental health, racial inequities and more will be highlighted by filmmakers from around the country. Patrons will get to meet and greet with the individuals behind these projects and attend workshops on industry trends and topics to inspire the next generation filmmakers.

On Day One (Thursday, Sept. 15) the night begins at 6 p.m. at Penn Cinema and includes three films by Delaware artists including an Emmy Award-winning film by Delaware State University students. A reception will follow after.

On Day Two (Friday, Sept. 16) there will be a stack of films starting at 1 p.m. at Penn Cinema and there also will be seminars on industry-related topics, including the business of filmmaking, small biz finances and lending, screenwriting and pitching your project.

On Day Three (Saturday Sept. 17) the event starts at 11 a.m. at Penn Cinema with many hours of selected films that will be displayed on multiple screens. At Delaware Contemporary, an awards ceremony starts at 6 p.m., followed by a closing party. An All Access Pass is required to attend that event, per press materials.

Get your popcorn ready for the Diamond State Black Film Festival this weekend. Tickets for All Access Pass $100; Day Pass $25. For tickets and more information, visit diamondstatebff.com.

‘The Canfather’ screening

The elephant in the room is obvious. But what’s not clear is whether people favor drinking a cold brew from a can, versus one from a bottle.

Wilmington’s own Gordon DelGiorno of Film Brother Productions will play off the idea of cans versus bottles in the new comedic beer movie “The Canfather.” The film touches on the longtime history that’s been brewing on both sides.

The movie was shot at 20 locations in Delaware on a RED camera and features over 160-plus cast and crew.

Viewers will get to experience a “beer you can’t refuse” during a preview screening of “The Canfather” at the Everett Theatre (47 W. Main St., Middletown) at 6 p.m., Sunday. Tickets are $25. For more information, visit everetttheatre.com or (302).378-7038 .

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