Public Hop Guide

Starting the Waterway Soiree as a nod to downtown Greensboro at the Oconee Brewing Company (OBC) with Myron Mixon from 11AM to 1PM on Saturday, August 24th. All lake hops (Old Salem Park, Parks Ferry, and Sun Life Marinas) will be open from 1PM to 4PM

Included in the Waterway Soiree pass: food and beverage options, entertainment from 11AM to 4PM, and special-timed events. Please note that there will be limited boat docking availability. Best to be accessed by motor vehicle.

August 24th - 11AM to 1PM

1 - "BBQ Meat & Greet" with Myron Mixon at the OBC

Special guest appearance:

  • Summer BBQ demo stage with 5-time world champion Myron Mixon
  • Food for sale: BBQ and curated small plates using locally sourced ingredients
  • Merchandise for sale: Myron's cookbooks, rubs, sauces, and BBQ accessories
  • Drinks for sale: Cocktails, beer, and other alcoholic beverages

August 24th - 1PM to 4PM

2 - "Jamaican Me Crazy" with Mark Cameron at Old Salem Park

Guest chef at the famous Wynnwood Miami Jamaican restaurant Dunkunoo. Owned the acclaimed Caribbean Grill in Oceanside, CA.  Profiled on NBC, FOX, and CBS for demonstrations on Caribbean Cuisine.  This island-themed hop will include:

  • Steel drummers and Polynesian dancers
  • Lei ceremony
  • Kid friendly activities
  • Food for sale: Jamaican and Caribbean cuisine
  • Drinks for sale: Non-alcoholic beverages

August 24th - 1PM to 4PM

3 - Parks Ferry

This fiesta-themed hop will include:

  • Mariachi band
  • Dance floor
  • Kid friendly activities
  • Dog exhibition in the open field (next to pavilion)
  • Food for sale: Street tacos and tapas
  • Drinks for sale: non-alcoholic beverages

August 24th - 1PM to 4PM

4 - Sun Life Marinas

This dessert-themed hop will include:

  • Oconee Classic Boats will give complimentary wooden boat rides from the dock
  • Live band entertainment (Soul and Motown)
  • Kid friendly activities
  • Food for sale: Ice cream, gelato, cakes, and assorted baked goods
  • Drinks for sale: Beer and wine

Lake Hop Park Map

Entry to two Georga state parks with the Waterway Soiree pass. The activities are located at the pavilion and open from 1PM to 4PM on Saturday, August 24th.