# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Celebrate the Tradition of Whole Hog BBQ and so MUCH MORE. Tastings from 30+ Pitmasters  + Chefs at the 5th annual Carolina BBQ Festival.About this EventJoin us at the Carolina BBQ Festival, April 17–18, 2026, at Victoria Yards and the adjacent parking lot in Uptown Charlotte, NC — all in support of our friends at Operation BBQ Relief.Our 2026 pitmaster + chef lineup features 30+ friends from the Carolinas & beyond, coming together to celebrate the rich tradition of whole hog BBQ (and so much more). Your festival tickets include tasting plates from all of our friends - that’s 30+ tastings of BBQ goodness if you hang with us all weekend. Come hungry.Friday, April 17 – The KickoffWe’re kicking off festival weekend on Friday, April 17, celebrating all things CHARLOTTE BBQ.Enjoy:• Tastings from 5+ local BBQ spots. Live Music + DJ. • A chance to watch the pits get set up for festival day• All the eats + drinks to kick off the weekend in true #CLT fashionSaturday, April 18 – The FestivalSpend Saturday soaking in the full Carolina BBQ Festival experience.Your day includes:• Tasting plates from each of our 25 pitmaster stations• A mix of whole hog, brisket, chicken, hash & rice, seafood, and more• Local vendors + sponsor activations• Beer, wine, cocktails, and a variety of non-alcoholic options available for purchase• An on-site brick pit showcasing the heritage of whole hog cookingBBQ for a CauseLet’s #BBQforaCause by supporting our friends at Operation BBQ Relief. Our amazing sponsors will once again be donating grills and all kinds of BBQ-related tools & swag for our onsite raffle benefiting OBR.We’re bringing the BBQ community together again to celebrate the whole hog tradition - festival style.Divided by Sauce, United by Coal.Find us at carolinabbqfest.org and @carolinabbqfestival on Instagram.Tickets are non-refundable; this is a rain-or-shine event.Ticket OverviewThe Kickoff – $35Friday, April 17 • 6:00–10:00 PMCelebrating all things #CLT• Local pitmaster + chef tastings• Live music + DJThe Festival: General Admission – $75Saturday, April 18 • Entry at 12:00 PM• Tasting plates from 25 pitmasters• DJ, vendors + sponsor activations• Access to a variety of drinks: cocktails, beer, wine, and NA beverages• Join our raffle & #BBQforaCause• Shop our exclusive 2026 Carolina BBQ Festival merchThe Festival: VIP – $125Saturday, April 18 • Entry at 11:00 AM• Everything included in General Admission• Early VIP entry at 11:00 AM, including early access to our Swag Station• Access to VIP area, including oysters + champagne• $10 voucher for Carolina BBQ Festival merch (shirt or hat)*Kids Tickets (ages 7–13) – $25Piglet Tickets – $0• Kids 6 and under receive free admission• A ticket must be selected for them at checkout.*Merch voucher only applies to the Carolina BBQ Festival merch tent and does not include merch, goods, wares, foods, or drinks from vendors.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/the-carolina-bbq-festival-2026/100001977318859938
- **Event Categories**: festivals, music, food-drinks, live-music, entertainment, kids, nonprofit, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 188

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 133.59, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Charlotte
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Victoria Yards
- **lat**: 35.2283853
- **long**: -80.83798
- **full address**: Victoria Yards, 209 East 7th Street, Charlotte, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026 being held?
  - **A:** The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026 takes place on Fri, 17 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Victoria Yards, 209 East 7th Street, Charlotte, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026?
  - **A:** Tickets for The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026 are priced at USD 134 per person. Over 180+ people are already interested in this event - book early to secure your spot. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityThe Kickoff (Friday) EARLY BIRD PRICINGUSD 31 + USD 4 fee + USD 2 taxAvailableThe Festival - GA Tickets (SAT) EARLY BIRD PRICINGUSD 76 + USD 6 fee + USD 5 taxAvailableThe Festival - VIP (SAT) EARLY BIRD PRICINGUSD 134 + USD 10 fee + USD 9 taxAvailableKids Ticket (7-13)  - EARLY BIRD PRICINGUSD 19 + USD 3 fee + USD 1 taxAvailablePiglets - 6 and under - EARLY BIRDFreeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026?
  - **A:** The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026 is organized by Carolina BBQ Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Carolina BBQ Festival - 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlotte, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 180+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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