BBQ LOVE FEST is back and coming in hot for another all-day celebration of all things BBQ!❤️🍖🐷❤️
This event will feature nationally renowned pitmasters and local cook teams all cooking for a cure on May 03, 2025. Plus, great food, drinks, and good times. Proceeds benefit Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) and Operation BBQ Relief (OBR). 🫕🫶
👉Admission to the BBQ Love Fest includes unlimited BBQ samples from 20+ cook teams, 7+ renowned pitmasters from across the nation, live music performances by Derek Lersch Band, Emmet Stevens Jr., activities, and more!
Ticket options for the 2025 BBQ Love Fest in Tampa:
🎟️General Admission ($75): Grants access to the event, featuring complimentary BBQ samples from Cook Team Village and The Pitmaster Showcase, alongside live music and various activities. *Tickets are non-refundable and are not transferable.
🎟️Kids 7-13 ($25): Kids ages 7-13 receive discounted general admission to the BBQ Love Fest
🎟️Kids 0-6 (FREE): Kids ages 0-6 receive free general admission to the BBQ Love Fest.
⭐VIP Admission ($140): Provides entry to the event, exclusive access to the VIP lounge featuring an open bar, shaded viewing area, and air-conditioned restroom facilities. VIP ticket holders can also enjoy samples from Cook Team Village and The Pitmaster Showcase, along with live music and various activities. *Tickets are non-refundable and are not transferable.
🙅What NOT to bring to BBQ Love Fest
The following items are not permitted on event day:
❌Bags larger than 12x12x12 inches, backpacks, or wrapped packages
❌Cameras with lenses smaller than 4” will be permitted, but camera bags will not be permitted.
❌Selfie Sticks
❌iPads and GoPros
❌Binoculars are permitted, but binocular bags are not permitted.
❌Video or audio recording devices
❌Laser pointers
❌Weapons of any kind
❌Bottles, cans, or containers of any kind
❌Sharp objects, sticks, or poles of any kind
❌Fireworks
❌Pepper spray or mace
❌ Coolers or outside food or beverage items
❌drugs or controlled substances
❌Chairs, folding chairs, or any other type of individual chair for use
❌Wrapped gifts
❌Large banners or signs, banners or signs with objectionable language, banners or signs on a pole of any kind
Pro tips:
🧑🍳Go VIP! While general admission tickets get you in to enjoy some of the best BBQ Tampa Bay has to offer, they don’t include drinks. Why not upgrade to VIP? Not only will you and your friends sip on unlimited refreshing beverages as you indulge in unforgettable BBQ, but your ticket also supports a great cause. The additional cost is a small price for a memorable and charitable experience. Plus, who doesn't love VIP perks? 🍹
🧑🍳Guests are encouraged to travel as lightly as possible.
🧑🍳Looking for the perfect outing? Bring your friends, family, or that special someone, and head to the 2025 BBQ Love Fest! Think live music, good vibes, & mouthwatering eats—a foodie-approved day for all ages!
❤️🐷 Interested in sponsoring the 2024 BBQ Love Fest in Tampa Bay?
For sponsorships & community partner interest,
- Please contact Danny Hernandez (813-846-7476)
- or EventFest ([email protected])
- Sponsorships and partnerships are available at bbqlovefest.com
Don't miss your chance to experience an amazing local BBQ competition & help decide which of Tampa Bay’s Cook Teams will be crowned best of 2025! 👑🐷
Peace, Love & BBQ! 
