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

🇺🇸❤️ As an Official America’s 250th Birthday Party, this year’s festival includes a strong salute to those who serve and...
05/28/2026

🇺🇸❤️ As an Official America’s 250th Birthday Party, this year’s festival includes a strong salute to those who serve and have served. Our Special Veteran Discount is live now through June 28. Don’t miss your chance to join America’s Food & Music Festival! 🍖🍔🎶

Together with Veteran-owned businesses like Andrew Arbogast from and our friends Cory Brown and Sam Nathews from , we’re bringing the community together to celebrate the spirit of service and the unifying power of food and music. 🥳🔥

Grab your tickets today at www.bbqdc.com and use PROMOCODE: VETERAN26 for a 25% discount. Kids under 12 FREE!

Get ready to celebrate, connect, and create unforgettable memories this summer! 🙌

🔥 Big flavor. Bigger purpose. 🇺🇸🍖“At the Giant BBQ Battle, barbecue is more than food — it’s community, tradition, and g...
05/27/2026

🔥 Big flavor. Bigger purpose. 🇺🇸🍖
“At the Giant BBQ Battle, barbecue is more than food — it’s community, tradition, and giving back,” says Andrew Arbogast of Arbo’s Cheese Dip. “As a Veteran-owned business, participating in the Giant BBQ Battle is a homecoming. Barbecue is the ultimate American tradition, and we are proud to bring our flavors to the table alongside fellow service members...”

Join us in celebrating incredible BBQ, community, and Veteran-owned businesses at the 34th Giant BBQ Battle in Washington, D.C. ❤️🔥

Learn more in bio or visit bbqdc.com

05/25/2026

Excited to see you here this June 27 - 28!

Don't miss the chance to experience this amazing BBQ Battle in Washington, DC. See you soon.

Get your tickets at www.bbqdc.com we now have a special discount with the code: MEMORIAL25 - until May 26.

*Terms & Conditions apply

On this Memorial Day, we pause with gratitude and remembrance. We honor the brave men and women who gave their lives def...
05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we pause with gratitude and remembrance. We honor the brave men and women who gave their lives defending our freedom, and we salute their courage, sacrifice, and lasting legacy. May we never forget those who served, those who fell, and the families who carry their memory forward

05/23/2026

This Memorial Day, ’s Cory Brown and Sam Nathews remind us that food brings people together. ❤️🍖🎶
At the 34th Giant BBQ Battle, we’re honoring the heroes who made these moments possible. Join us as we celebrate community, family, live music, and incredible food right here in the heart of DC!
Watch their special message and see you this summer on Pennsylvania Avenue. Get all the details at www.bbqdc.com.

🇺🇸 Food brings people together — and this Memorial Day, we’re honoring the veterans who helped protect those moments. ❤️...
05/23/2026

🇺🇸 Food brings people together — and this Memorial Day, we’re honoring the veterans who helped protect those moments. ❤️ Join us at the 34th Giant BBQ Battle for incredible BBQ, live music, and a celebration of community in the nation’s capital. 🍖🎶

As a thank you to those who served, receive a special Memorial Day ticket discount for a limited time.

Kids under 12 FREE!
Offer Valid From May 22 - 26
Tickets are non-refundable

🎟️ Get your tickets at: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981166192413/?discount=MEMORIAL25

World-class BBQ, 100+ Free food tastings, 6 stages of live music & entertainment, wine tastings, craft beers, and activities for all ages.

05/21/2026

The Commander in Cheese is officially in the house! 🧀
We are beyond proud to welcome Andrew Arbogast of Arbo's Cheese Dip as a spokesperson and social media team member for the 34th Giant BBQ Battle.

We're teaming up to share his bold, creamy cheese dip with you and highlight his incredible mission supporting our nation's veterans. Get ready for a flavor-packed summer with us!
Visit his socials for more info or head to: https://www.arboscheesedip.com/

05/21/2026

🔥🎶 Reason #2: The Giant BBQ Battle isn’t just about mouthwatering BBQ—it’s about creating unforgettable memories.
Held on iconic Pennsylvania Avenue, this epic festival brings together over 100,000 foodies, music lovers, and families. 🍴🎸 With live music, interactive experiences, and delicious BBQ from across the country, there’s something for everyone. Feel the energy, the joy, and the community spirit that make this event unmissable. 🍔 Let’s celebrate summer together!

Are you still not sure whether to come to the 34th Giant Food BBQ Battle?Don´t worry, we will give you 10 reasons why y...
05/20/2026

Are you still not sure whether to come to the 34th Giant Food BBQ Battle?
Don´t worry, we will give you 10 reasons why you should! Day by day, we will show you why you shouldn´t miss the America´s Food & Music Festival
Reason #1: This is your passport to flavor. 🌍🔥 At the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle, the World Flavor Tasting Pavilion brings together bites from nearly 20 countries in one unforgettable weekend.
Come hungry and taste your way across the world. Get your tickets at www.bbqdc.com

Don't miss Grumpy Old Patriot BBQ in the 34th Giant BBQ Battle next June 27 - 28 in Washington DC. Get your tickets now ...
05/19/2026

Don't miss Grumpy Old Patriot BBQ in the 34th Giant BBQ Battle next June 27 - 28 in Washington DC. Get your tickets now at www.bbqdc.com

05/18/2026

Fire up the grill—the 34th Giant BBQ Battle is almost here, and tickets are flying! Click the link to grab your tickets before they´re gone. Buy yours today! www.bbqdc.com

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