Giant BBQ Battle

Giant BBQ Battle America’s Food & Music Festival since 1993. Come join us on June 27-28, 2026 in Washington D.C! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at BBQ Summer Games # # .

🔥 Welcome to BBQ Summer Games # # ! 🌟
32nd Annual Giant Barbecue Battle
📅 When: June 22nd & 23rd, 2024
📍 Where: Historic Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC

🎉 Experience the Ultimate BBQ Showdown! This isn't just a BBQ competition; it's a festival of flavors, fun, and fierce competition that will ignite your senses!

🍗 A Smorgasbord of Flavors:
Prepare to be amazed by the nation's top pitmasters

as they battle it out for BBQ supremacy. From succulent ribs to juicy brisket, your taste buds will be on a rollercoaster of flavors. Enjoy over 100 different brands, free samples, and discover your new BBQ favorite!

🎵 Groove to the Music:
It isn't a barbecue without music! And the BBQ Battle does it like no other. Get ready for the hottest lineup of Go-Go, Jazz, R&B, Rock, and more. Know or are in a band you want at the battle? Message us!

🏆 BBQ Summer Games:
Engage in thrilling competitions and witness the spectacle of Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Be dazzled by BMX bike and skateboarding stunts and join in on the sports action. This is where BBQ and sportsmanship unite!

🌟 Family, Fun, & Festivities:
With activities for all ages, bring your family and friends to enjoy face painting, games, and '90s-themed fun. It's more than a BBQ fest; it's a community celebration.

🍷 Indulge in Gourmet Delights:
Treat your palate to an array of fine wines, microbrews, and the best BBQ dishes curated by Giant Foods. Relax in the Giant Chill Zone and savor culinary masterpieces from celebrated chefs.

🎟️ Get Your Tickets Now! Don't miss out on our special BOGO ticket offer. Grab your tickets and be part of this epic BBQ and sports extravaganza!

⏰ Mark Your Calendars:

June 22nd: 11 AM - 9 PM
June 23rd: 11 AM - 7 PM


🚗 Easy Access:
Located centrally, with convenient access via public transport and ample parking.

🏨 Stay Nearby:
Make the most of the weekend by staying at the Hyatt Regency, just a short walk from the event. Ready for an unforgettable BBQ experience? Come for the BBQ, stay for the games, and leave with memories that last a lifetime!

🌐 For more info and tickets, visit: bbqindc.com

🎤🔥 THE RHYTHM OF DC IS CALLING! 🎶🔥The is bringing the legendary sound of DC Go-Go to the Pepsi Lay's Art to Go-Go Stage...
06/17/2026

🎤🔥 THE RHYTHM OF DC IS CALLING! 🎶🔥

The is bringing the legendary sound of DC Go-Go to the Pepsi Lay's Art to Go-Go Stage at the 34th Giant BBQ Battle on June 27–28! 🍖🎉

Celebrate the legacy of the "Godfather of Go-Go" and get ready to dance all weekend long.

🎟️ Tickets at www.bbqdc.com

👑🍖 FATHER'S DAY DEAL ALERT! 🍖👑Every king deserves a throne... and the King of the Grill belongs at the 34th Giant BBQ Ba...
06/17/2026

👑🍖 FATHER'S DAY DEAL ALERT! 🍖👑

Every king deserves a throne... and the King of the Grill belongs at the 34th Giant BBQ Battle! This Father's Day, give Dad what he really wants:

🔥 Award-winning BBQ
🎶 Live music on multiple stages
🍗 100+ food samples
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A weekend with the family

🎟️ Father's Day Discount. PROMO CODE: BBQDAD26 for a 25% discount
Tix at www.bbqdc.com

Bring the Grill Master to America's Food & Music Festival on June 27–28 in Washington, DC. 🧦 Because socks are temporary. BBQ memories last forever.

Join the 34th Giant BBQ Battle, Washington DC's biggest BBQ festival. June 27-28, 2026 on Pennsylvania Ave. Live music, food, family fun & $50K BBQ competition.

🎉 10 DAYS UNTIL DC'S BIGGEST BBQ PARTY! 🎉The 34th Giant BBQ Battle is almost here! 🍖🌭🎶Enjoy 100+ food & drink tastings, ...
06/17/2026

🎉 10 DAYS UNTIL DC'S BIGGEST BBQ PARTY! 🎉

The 34th Giant BBQ Battle is almost here! 🍖🌭🎶

Enjoy 100+ food & drink tastings, the legendary Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, fiery BBQ Pitmaster competitions, live music, family fun, and a celebration of DC250! 🇺🇸

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids under 12 FREE!

🎟️ Get your tix NOW: www.bbqdc.com

🌭🔥 THE QUEEN OF COMPETITIVE EATING IS COMING TO DC!Miki Sudo OMG its MIKI, Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Champion, take...
06/16/2026

🌭🔥 THE QUEEN OF COMPETITIVE EATING IS COMING TO DC!

Miki Sudo OMG its MIKI, Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Champion, takes on the challenge at the 34th Giant BBQ Battle on June 27–28. Don’t miss the action, the speed, and the excitement live on Pennsylvania Ave!

🎟️ Get your tickets NOW www.bbqdc.com

🎶🔥 ARTIST ALERT! - FROM RIO TO DC!Cissa Paz music Trio is bringing the vibrant sounds of Brazil to the Pepsi World Music...
06/16/2026

🎶🔥 ARTIST ALERT! - FROM RIO TO DC!

Cissa Paz music Trio is bringing the vibrant sounds of Brazil to the Pepsi World Music Stage at the 34th Giant BBQ Battle on June 27–28! 🇧🇷🍖

Experience an unforgettable blend of samba, forró, jazz, funk, BBQ & soul. More artists coming soon!

🎟️ Tickets at www.bbqdc.com

🍖🔥 THE FLAVOR KEEPS COMING!Join us in welcoming CSO & Pitmaster Tom Cassidy to the 34th Giant BBQ Battle this June 27–2...
06/15/2026

🍖🔥 THE FLAVOR KEEPS COMING!

Join us in welcoming CSO & Pitmaster Tom Cassidy to the 34th Giant BBQ Battle this June 27–28.

Don't miss your chance to see BBQ masters, celebrity chefs, and amazing live entertainment in the heart of DC!

🎟️ Tickets at www.bbqdc.com

🌴🎶 DMV, GET READY TO DANCE! 🎶🌴 is bringing the vibrant sounds of Konpa and world music to the Pepsi World Music Stage at...
06/15/2026

🌴🎶 DMV, GET READY TO DANCE! 🎶🌴

is bringing the vibrant sounds of Konpa and world music to the Pepsi World Music Stage at the 34th Giant BBQ Battle on June 27–28! 🔥🍖

World Music and World Flavors!🎶

Don't miss your favorite artists and stay tuned for more exciting announcements.

🎟️ Tickets at www.bbqdc.com

Don't miss the Franklin's Smokin Barnyard this June 27 - 28 at Pennsylvania Avenue in the 34th Giant BBQ Battle.Get you ...
06/15/2026

Don't miss the Franklin's Smokin Barnyard this June 27 - 28 at Pennsylvania Avenue in the 34th Giant BBQ Battle.

Get you tickets NOW www.bbqdc.com

06/14/2026

Reason #7 to join us: The best stories are made to be shared! 🇺🇸🔥

Think about it. Great barbecue isn't rushed. It's slow-smoked, passed down, and perfected over generations, one recipe and one gathering at a time. America's story works the same way. Built over 250 years. Shaped by all of us. Best enjoyed together.

That's the heart of the Giant BBQ Battle. Smoky flavors, live music, and a whole community coming together.

Get your tickets at www.bbqdc.com

Don't miss it!Get your tickets 🎟 www.bbqdc.comKids under 12 free
06/14/2026

Don't miss it!

Get your tickets 🎟 www.bbqdc.com

Kids under 12 free

🔥🍖 DC, ARE YOU READY TO EAT YOUR FEELINGS? 🍖🔥

This summer, we're bringing the flavor, the stories, and the good vibes to the 34th Giant BBQ Battle on Pennsylvania Avenue! 🇺🇸🎶

At Eat Your Feelings, we believe a shared meal is one of the most powerful ways to bring people together. That's why we're taking the conversation from the kitchen table to Pennsylvania Avenue—where incredible BBQ, live music, veteran storytelling, and community connection come together in one unforgettable weekend.

Experience firsthand how food can spark connection, healing, and meaningful conversations. ❤️🔥
This isn't just a BBQ festival—it's where food, culture, and community collide.

🎟️ Grab your tickets now at bbqdc.com

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Washington D.C., DC
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Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 7pm

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