It’s no secret that Texans are proud people, and two of the things we’re most proud of are our barbecue and our music. And that’s how Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival was born. Now featuring more than 30 of the most celebrated barbecue joints in Texas AND the biggest names in Texas & Red Dirt Music, we combine the best of both worlds. If you haven’t been to Red Dirt yet, we hope to see you in 2026.
The 12th Annual Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival returns to the Park of East Texas on Saturday, May 9, 2026!
This year’s festival features more than 25 of the most celebrated barbecue joints in Texas and live music all day. There are three ticket levels (VIP, BBQ, Concert-Only) with three different gate times.
* BBQ RESTAURANTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Ticket levels are:
VIP: 12:00 PM gate time. Tickets include an hour-earlier entry into the festival, samples from all BBQ restaurants (while supplies last), a festival t-shirt, two free beverage coupons, a private VIP seating area, and a private standing room only area in front of the stage.
BBQ + CONCERT: 1:00 PM gate time. Tickets include samples from all BBQ restaurants (while supplies last) and access to the concert. There will be a dedicated standing area for guests and ample room for chairs in the GA area.
Concert-Only: 3:45 PM gate time. Tickets include access to the concert. There will be a dedicated standing area for guests and ample room for chairs in the GA area. Local food trucks and vendors will have food available starting at 4:00 PM, as will any BBQ restaurants that choose to sell food after the BBQ portion of the festival concludes.
Red Dirt is an all-ages event. Kids 5 and under will be admitted free. Anyone over the age of 5 will require a ticket.
2026 Lineup:
Visit reddirtbbqfest.com for even more information and tickets. You can find more information about Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival or purchase tickets here.
The event goes on rain or shine! If there is severe weather in the area and we need to postpone, we will adjust the schedule as much as possible. No refunds are given due to weather.
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