About this Event
THE 26TH ANNUAL TEXAS BBQ & BLUES FESTIVAL IS BACK
Join us Saturday, October 17 at Toyota Music Factory for one of North Texas' longest-running BBQ traditions. We're bringing together some of the best BBQ in town, live blues bands, cold drinks, 50+ market vendors and an entire night of Texas-sized fun on the Plaza.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Live Blues Bands
- Some of the Best BBQ in Town
- Full Bars & Cold Drinks
- 50+ Market Vendors
- New Orleans Trip Giveaway
- Games, Giveaways & More
Come hungry. Stay for the blues.
LIVE PERFORMANCES BY:
Leo Hull & The Texas Blues Machine w/Special Guest: Doug Lynch
Bnois King Band
Michael King & The Icebreakers
Christian Brooks Band
FREE GENERAL ADMISSION - First 500 Guests
Includes admission to the festival, live blues performances, access to BBQ vendors, 50+ market vendors, and festival activities & entertainment. RSVP required. Limited to the first 500 guests.
EARLY BIRD VIP - $10 (Limited)
Same VIP perks as below at a limited-time price. First come, first served.
VIP - $20
VIP admission, two (2) complimentary drinks, commemorative 26th Annual Festival Cup, access to the VIP Lounge with seating, and dedicated VIP check-in. VIP tickets are limited.
RAFFLE TICKET - $5
One entry into the New Orleans Trip Giveaway. Drawing at 11PM. Proceeds benefit children's charities.
WIN A TRIP TO NEW ORLEANS
We're sending one lucky festival guest to the home of legendary food, music and nightlife. Join us at the festival for your chance to win. Giveaway details and official rules to be announced.
BBQ + BLUES
Come ready to eat. We're bringing together BBQ from some of the area's best pitmasters and restaurants while blues artists perform live throughout the night. Brisket. Ribs. Sausage. Cold drinks. Live blues. That's Texas.
EVENT DETAILS
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 6PM - Midnight
Toyota Music Factory - On The Plaza, 316 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039
All ages welcome. Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase or consume alcohol.
Rain or shine. No outside food or beverages. No refunds.
Complimentary parking in the Toyota Garage with validation from a TMF restaurant or bar.
Seating is first come, first served outside the VIP Lounge.
FREE GA is limited to the first 500 guests. RSVP now.
Event venue & nearby stays
Toyota Music Factory, 316 West Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving, United States
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