Brown’s Harvest 2nd Annual Backyard Barbecue - Live Music and Wood-Fired BBQ in Windsor, CT

On a sun-warmed weekend at Brown’s Harvest in Windsor, Connecticut the air fills with smoke, music and the clatter of plates as the 2nd Annual Backyard Barbecue! gets underway. Ember Restaurant runs the pit, pouring wood fired barbecue in a food truck style service while a cash bar serves cocktails and beer, live rock music plays in the evening and yard games spread across the main lawn. Brown’s Harvest sits in Windsor, a town settled in 1633 and one of Connecticut’s earliest communities; the farm fields and open staging put local agriculture on display. The event runs two seatings with lunch from 12:00 to 3:30 PM and dinner from 5:00 to 8:30 PM, and it operates rain or shine. Practical details matter: the farm surface is unpaved but wheelchair accessible, tickets are scanned at a ticket booth, and IDs will be checked for alcohol purchases. Expect casual parking and a short walk across grass or packed soil to reach the gathering; bring a low chair or blanket, sun protection and insect repellent. What makes this local draw special is the combination of Ember’s barbecue craft with an active farm setting; unlike park festivals this event connects guests to the place where food begins. The music glowing after dusk, the string lights above picnic clusters and the casual, communal vibe give the evening a curated small farm festival feeling rather than a commercial fair. This is an easy social outing good for families and friend groups, not a technical adventure; children must be with an adult and organizers advise responsible drinking. Timing advice: arrive early for the lunch seating to avoid lines, or come for dinner to hear the band as light falls across the fields; either way stay long enough to watch dusk change the landscape. Whether you live nearby or are passing through Windsor, the 2nd Annual Backyard Barbecue! at Brown’s Harvest offers a straightforward reason to slow down, taste well sourced barbecue and enjoy live music on a Connecticut farm. Ember Restaurant’s presence elevates the menu; diners can expect classic pit flavors alongside creative sides that highlight regional produce. The event also supports local producers through vendor selection and encourages guests to engage with farm staff about seasonal crops. Small touches like handheld plates, string lighting and the sound of lawn games make the layout comfortable and easy to navigate. Tickets are scanned on arrival so have your confirmation ready and bring ID if you plan to purchase alcohol. If you require mobility assistance contact the event organizers ahead of time to confirm arrangements. Plan for a relaxed afternoon or a lively evening, and treat this Backyard Barbecue as a local social highlight worth marking on your calendar.