In just 9 short days, downtown Owensboro will be filled with the sweet smell of smokey, delicious barbecue. Get a sneak peek of just some of the delicious options that will be available at BBQ & Barrels on Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10! Our BBQ Blueprint is a guide to the unique signature menu items featured by a few of our food vendors. While not a comprehensive list,…
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Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen Coming to Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame
Start BBQ & Barrels a day early at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! Multi-Grammy nominated Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen is taking the stage on Thursday, May 8 at 7:00 PM. Known for their meaty pile-driving rhythms and Frank’s dynamic and bold vocals, the band’s last two albums have both received a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album. They have twice been named IBMA Instrumental Group of…
Bourbon Tasting Tickets On Sale Now!
Visit Owensboro, in partnership with Baird Private Wealth Management, is excited to announce that tickets for the bourbon tasting portion of BBQ and Barrels will be on sale at 10:00 a.m. central time on February 28. VIP tickets are $120 and general admission tickets are $70 for the May 10th distillery sampling event. VIP tickets include special pours and BBQ samples. A companion ticket is also being sold for $20…
Now Accepting Vendor Applications!
We are currently accepting applications for food & beverage vendors (must be BBQ focused or complimentary to BBQ) and handmade arts & crafts vendors! Visit our Vendors page for more information and to access the applications.
BBQ & Barrels to Return in 2025 with Clay Walker Headlining Concert Lineup
BBQ and Barrels is back May 9-10, and so is an epic FREE entertainment lineup! 🎶 Friday Night: Resurrection – A Journey Tribute with special guest Lindsey James Williams 🎶Saturday Night: Clay Walker—a multi-platinum country artist with 11 No. 1 hits—takes the stage with special guest Drew Baldridge! Shout out to our stage sponsor Owensboro Racing & Gaming for making these events possible! Get ready for a weekend full of…
50/50 Raffle Winning Number
WINNING NUMBER: A-7003102 To claim the winning ticket, please visit Owensboro City Hall located at 101 E. 4th St, Owensboro, KY 42301, during the business hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday.Upon arrival, the ticket holder will complete a claim form. The winner will need the original copy of the winning ticket, as well as a copy of his or her government issued photo ID. Upon verification from the…
50/50 Raffle Is Now LIVE!
Let the games begin! The BBQ and Barrels 50/50 Raffle is now live! Click here to purchase your tickets. Tickets will also be for sale on-site at various locations at BBQ and Barrels on Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11. Ticket sales will close at 7:30 PM on Saturday, May 11, and the winner will be announced live on stage during the Saturday evening concert featuring country singer Chris…
BBQ and Barrels Introduces 50/50 Raffle
BBQ and Barrels is thrilled to introduce a new feature to this year’s festivities: The BBQ and Barrels 50/50 Raffle! Starting on Wednesday, May 1, tickets can be purchased online. Tickets will also be available for purchase on-site at various locations along 2nd Street during the BBQ & Barrels event on May 10 & 11. Pricing for tickets: 3 tickets for $10, 20 tickets for $20, 60 tickets for $40,…
Bourbon Tasting Tickets On Sale February 29 at 10:00 AM
BBQ and Barrels, in partnership with Baird Private Wealth Management, is excited to announce that tickets for the bourbon tasting portion of BBQ and Barrels will be on sale at 10:00 AM central time on February 29 at bbqandbarrels.com. This also includes the dinner/cocktail pairing at Green River Distilling Company at $130 a person happening on May 10. Very limited tickets for the new high-end dinner/bourbon pairing at Lure Seafood…