# Barbeque events in Chicago, Today and Upcoming Barbeque events in Chicago - **Subtitle**: All Barbeque events in Chicago, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Chicago like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance - **Category**: ## About All Barbeque events in Chicago, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Chicago like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance ## Events in Chicago - **Event Name**: Big Grill Fest Chicago - **Description**: Europe's biggest BBQ festival is coming to Chicago! Big Grill Fest brings together some of the brightest names in live-fire cooking from Texas, Ireland and beyond for a weekend of dishes you'd normally have to travel the world to taste. Sample hero dishes - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat Aug 29 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Aug 29 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/big-grill-fest-chicago/200030556430349 - **Venue**: 2555 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60614-2003, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9lMjc3YWVjZDAyMWQ4MGNmMGFmMzFkNmZhNzZiMTdlNjRiMzI1YzU5MDAyNmNmOTIxNWY0MjQzZjkzNDc1NGE4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kYzc4Njg1OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjcwOTYyOQ.avif - **Categories**: festivals, meetups, food-drinks - **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Austin RibFest and 12th Annual Urban Smoke Cook-Off - **Description**: Conrad Worrill Community Reparations Commission Sponsor - 2nd Annual Austin RibFest and 12th Annual Urban Smoke Cook-OffAbout this Event2nd Annual Austin RibFest and 12th Annual Urban Smoke Cook-Off, Conrad Worrill - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Aug 22 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/2nd-annual-austin-ribfest-and-12th-annual-urban-smoke-cook-off/100001993222551307 - **Venue**: Columbus Park Golf Course - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9mNzcwN2QwMjQ1ZDZlNTI4NGFhMzAwMzZjNWZiNjYxOTBmYzAxOWIyYTgyNDg3YTk4OGY0NGFkMDZhOTc2YmNiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzMC1kYzFmMTYxNS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODM1MDc2NDA.avif - **Price**: USD 0 to 25 - **Categories**: nonprofit, contests, business, festivals, volunteering - **Event Name**: Chef BBQ 2026 - **Description**: Green City Market’s Chef BBQ is back for its 25th year! Celebrate Chicago’s top chefs, Midwest farmers, incredible food, and craft drinks!About this EventGreen City Market’s Chef BBQ is back for its 25th y - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Thu Sep 10 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu Sep 10 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chef-bbq-2026/100001990687977328 - **Venue**: Green City Market Lincoln Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy82NDJkNmZhOWM4ZDExMmM2YjExZThjNzJhMDk2Nzk4YzNlYWUyYTA5MzM0NzUyZDBmZjk1MmQ2MmRlOTJmNTZjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzI4MmEyNy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODAyNTg1NjQ.avif - **Price**: USD 211 to 3,500 - **Categories**: food-drinks, festivals, harvest-festival, food-truck-festivals - **Event Name**: Middle Class Fancy Presents The Ultimate Backyard Fest - **Description**: A backyard party unlike any other, featuring great food, cold drinks, yard games, and creator-led experiences.About this EventJoin us at Park & Field for an unforgettable afternoon fi - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Aug 22 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/middle-class-fancy-presents-the-ultimate-backyard-fest/100001996534840453 - **Venue**: Park & Field - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9hNWEwODNiNWM0NGQ3ZTgzYzU3YWVlYjRkNThmYmFiZTRmNGM1NWU1N2ZkNTQ1YjIzM2I3YWNjYzljYTM0ZTFjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2U4Yzg5OC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODY2NDIxOTQ.avif - **Price**: USD 13 to 20 - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Festivals, Contests - **Event Name**: CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Chicago - **Description**: CareFreeBlackGirl celebrates Black femmes through culture, wellness, entrepreneurship, and community in a fun way. SEE YA'LL IN CHICAGO!About this EventThe #CareFreeBlackGirl squad is coming to Chicago! - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Aug 22 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/carefreeblackgirl-cookout-chicago/100001991934177747 - **Venue**: Park No. 540 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82Y2VhODM0OGZlMzE5MmMwOTQ5ODYzYTFiZmJmZWM2MGQ3YzYxNjIyNGY2Yzc3YjM2NTFhYzE4YWFjOGE3NDRkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzE3MWExNi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODE2NzU2NTU.avif - **Price**: USD 0 to 39 - **Categories**: health-wellness, performances, trips-adventures, entertainment, kids - **Event Name**: Triumph Summer Send-Off: Motoworks Chicago Triumph - **Description**: End Summer the Triumph Way with Great Food, Rider Fun, BBQ-Inspired Giveaways, and Limited-Time Offers.About this EventCelebrate the season with Triumph at our Summer Send-Off Party. Stop by your participating dealership - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Sep 05 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/triumph-summer-send-off-motoworks-chicago-triumph/100001997478977392 - **Venue**: Motoworks Chicago - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMjIwYzg0YWZjN2YxZmVhZTY1Y2JjZTVjZWNlOWNlZjkzNDA1YmQ5YmM0ZWY5MThlNDgxNWVlYjYyYTQ4NmQ0Ni1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWgzNzktZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg3MDEyMjMw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness - **Event Name**: Growing Home's Annual Backyard Barbecue - **Description**: A celebration of local food, urban growing & community!About this EventYou’re Invited to Growing Home’s Backyard Barbeque Sunday, September 20, 2026 - **Date**: Sun Sep 20 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Sep 20 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/growing-homes-annual-backyard-barbecue/100001991950171585 - **Venue**: Growing Home Urban Farm - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy80MzAwNmQ1ZTdiN2YzNTQ5NTJjMWU2NWY4MjY2Y2RlNmIyOTkyNmU0NDViZGZiNGI2ODQ5YWExMDZkNWQ2MzI5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2Y0ZjNkZi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODE4MDU5NzI.avif - **Price**: USD 100 - **Categories**: fitness, Nonprofit, food-drinks, Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: ENLIGHTEN US - **Description**: Still haven't discovered the West -Englewood Hidden garden. Join us for an evening of community, conversation, and inspiration.About this EventEnlighten Us - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/enlighten-us/100001993163489652 - **Venue**: 6234 S Wolcott Ave - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZjJkYjRmNjEyNzY5ZWRhNjc4NzA4MzE4OTUyYTVkNGQ1YTNjZGFjMDBjYzg5ZjA0MDQ2MDRlMDc0NmJmNTZlMi1yaW1nLXcxMDI0LWgxNTM2LWRjMDIwMzAyLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4MzM1NjU0MQ.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness - **Event Name**: Barbecue-Side Chat with the Feds & the SLEDs 3 - **Description**: Join us for a relaxed panel and networking barbecue with the Feds and the SLEDs!About this EventBarbecue-Side Chat with the Feds & the SLEDsSeptember 17 | 10:00 PM – 1:00 PM - **Date**: Thu Sep 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu Sep 17 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/barbecue-side-chat-with-the-feds-and-the-sleds-3/100001994324511299 - **Venue**: 1308 S Kilbourn Ave - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84ZTJjMGIxNGIwMWUxOTg0NTdlMzY0ZmU1MDI2MzFkMmY5ZTYzMTNiMjg2ZDBkNjkxMDI0MzZiOWQ4YmYzY2FjLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEwODAtZGNmZmZmZmYtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg0OTQyODg0.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness - **Event Name**: OPEN HOUSE: 210 S Hoyne - **Description**: Be among the first to walk through 210 S Hoyne, a 3BR/2.5BA home which can be paired with up to $100,000 in purchase assistance.About this EventThis new-construction, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-family affordable home nest - **Date**: Wed Sep 02 2026 (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/open-house-210-s-hoyne/100001993955655040 - **Venue**: 210 S Hoyne Ave - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy83MTVlMDk0YTZkMzQ2M2EyN2U0Y2RiZGI5NDI3MmYzZTZlOWNkZDNjMDE4MzIzNDJiMTc4MWJmYmRkNmZiM2UwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2MzYmVhYS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODQ5NDMxNDU.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness ## Trending Events in Chicago - **Event Name**: Chasing Sun(Sets) II — House of Friends Preview: 2026 Summers End - **Description**: THE MONOLITH PROJECT PRESENTS: CHASING SUN(SETS) IIHOUSE OF FRIENDS PREVIEWTHE NEXT CHAPTER RETURNS TO THE WATERThe date is locked. The lake is waiting. - **Venue**: Castaways Beach Club - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a831fdb4970b.jpg - **Event Name**: Best Deal - Chicago - Summer Whiskey Tasting Festival - August 22 AE - **Description**: Special Perks from TastingFestivals.com HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/best-deal-chicago-summer-whiskey-tasting-festival-august-22-tickets-1974934714896?aff=allevents&discount=3rd30Calling all whiskey lovers and connoisseurs - **Venue**: Kings Dining & Entertainment - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a342a78b65f9.jpg - **Event Name**: Chasing Sun(Sets) III — JOEZI x MASSUMA - **Description**: THE MONOLITH PROJECT PRESENTS: CHASING SUN(SETS) IIIJOEZI x MASSUMATHE SEASON FINALEThree dates. One lake. One home. One final sunset.Saturday, September 19, Chasing Sun(Sets) returns to Castaways B - **Venue**: Castaways Beach Club - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a7c131828b6d.jpg - **Event Name**: Chicago Exotic Paintings BYOB Wine and Paint Male Model - **Description**: Painting experience with a MAJOR twist! Ladies & gentlemen, get ready for a truly adult paint night.www.instagram.com/exoticpaintings__/About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/cYkrcXcyzKs https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/ba - **Venue**: 5425 W Lawrence Ave - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/15c4e842e1cf157e0d464a48ef847e9505c35c492da28b173fcba57d49c49391-rimg-w1200-h800-dc070707-gmir.jpg?v=1765956724 - **Event Name**: Just Announced - Chicago - Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival - September 26 AE - **Description**: Special Perks from TastingFestivals.com HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-announced-chicago-top-shelf-tequila-and-whiskey-tasting-festival-september-26-tickets-1353028266969?aff=allevents&discount=3rd30Calling all - **Venue**: Kings Dining & Entertainment - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a4a3669aba15.jpg - **Event Name**: Chicago Exotic Paintings BYOB Sip and Paint with Male Models - **Description**: Painting experience with a MAJOR twist in the CHICAGOl! Ladies, and open minded gentlemen, get ready for a truly adult paint night.About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/44f3f090-984c-11f1-9a40-7b90de720125- - **Venue**: 5425 W Lawrence Ave - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/3197d3aee80185216f961865b47c92e667d7564a39c2f0640e6ce9886bf2c058-rimg-w1200-h800-dc161513-gmir.jpg?v=1764075627 - **Event Name**: Event Planning Certification Training at Chicago Marriott Downtown | September 19, 2026 - **Description**: Turn Your Event Planning Skills Into a Career or BusinessJoin us at Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile for a one-day, instructor-led Certified Event Planner (CEP) Certification Train - **Venue**: Chicago Marriott Downtown - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a552cef8ecec.jpg - **Event Name**: Dorothy's Quest in Chicago: Outdoor OZ Experience - **Description**: Step into a world where brains, heart, and courage are your greatest tools. Dorothy’s Quest invites you to rediscover the city through a classic fairy tale lens, where every statue or building could hide a coded message. It's an immers - **Venue**: Oz Park - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a58ffd5f26b5.jpg - **Event Name**: PMP Certification 4 Days Training in Chicago, IL - **Description**: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training Short Description: The PMP certification is the gold standard credential for project managers worldwide, and one of the most in-d - **Venue**: Chicago - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a760e8d4278d.jpg ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Chicago? - **A:** Big Grill Fest Chicago (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 12:00 pm at 2555 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60614-2003, United States), 2nd Annual Austin RibFest and 12th Annual Urban Smoke Cook-Off (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 11:00 am at Columbus Park Golf Course), Chef BBQ 2026 (Thu Sep 10 2026 at 05:00 pm at Green City Market Lincoln Park), Middle Class Fancy Presents The Ultimate Backyard Fest (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 01:00 pm at Park & Field), CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Chicago (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 02:00 pm at Park No. 540). - **Q**: What are the top free events in Chicago? - **A:** Triumph Summer Send-Off: Motoworks Chicago Triumph (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 10:00 am at Motoworks Chicago), ENLIGHTEN US (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 6234 S Wolcott Ave), Barbecue-Side Chat with the Feds & the SLEDs 3 (Thu Sep 17 2026 at 10:00 am at 1308 S Kilbourn Ave), OPEN HOUSE: 210 S Hoyne (Wed Sep 02 2026 at 210 S Hoyne Ave). - **Q**: What events are happening in Chicago this weekend August 21–23, 2026? - **A:** 2nd Annual Austin RibFest and 12th Annual Urban Smoke Cook-Off (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 11:00 am at Columbus Park Golf Course), Middle Class Fancy Presents The Ultimate Backyard Fest (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 01:00 pm at Park & Field), CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Chicago (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 02:00 pm at Park No. 540), ENLIGHTEN US (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 6234 S Wolcott Ave). - **Q**: What events are happening in Chicago in August 2026? - **A:** Big Grill Fest Chicago (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 12:00 pm at 2555 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60614-2003, United States), 2nd Annual Austin RibFest and 12th Annual Urban Smoke Cook-Off (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 11:00 am at Columbus Park Golf Course), Middle Class Fancy Presents The Ultimate Backyard Fest (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 01:00 pm at Park & Field), CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Chicago (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 02:00 pm at Park No. 540), ENLIGHTEN US (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 6234 S Wolcott Ave). - **Q**: How can I find events in Chicago? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Chicago on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Chicago? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Chicago? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Chicago include 2555 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60614-2003, United States, Columbus Park Golf Course, Green City Market Lincoln Park. - **Q**: What is the price range for events in Chicago? - **A:** Prices for events in Chicago range from USD 13 to USD 3,500. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Chicago? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Chicago include Special Events Management, Conrad Worrill Community Reparations Commission, Green City Market. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Chicago? - **A:** Follow the category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Chicago. ## Barbeque Events from nearby cities - [Barbeque Events in Cicero](https://allevents.in/cicero/barbeque) - [Barbeque Events in Oak Park](https://allevents.in/oak-park/barbeque) - [Barbeque Events in Berwyn](https://allevents.in/berwyn/barbeque)