Live Music
Get ready for an epic weekend of FREE entertainment! Headliners for 2026 BBQ & Barrels will be announced in January. Stay tuned for our big reveal, as well as the full weekend lineup!
BBQ 5K
Join the Owensboro Family YMCA for their annual fundraiser fun run. Work up a sweat, burn some calories, and build up an appetite for some delicious barbecue. Proceeds benefit the scholarship programs at the YMCA. Registration information coming soon!
Arts & Crafts
Browse our merchants’ unique, handcrafted items as you stroll the streets of BBQ and Barrels!
Check back soon for more information on how to become a vendor at the 2026 BBQ & Barrels event.
Carnival
Fun for the whole family! Check out all the rides, games, and concessions the carnival offers. The carnival will take place on 2nd Street, just east of the big blue bridge. Tickets will be available for purchase onsite.
Carnival Hours:
Friday, May 8, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, May 9, 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tickets:
Single tickets $1.50
10 tickets $10.00
20 tickets $20.00
Saturday from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM ONLY: unlimited rides for $25 per rider!
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