# Event Details - **Event Name**: WhistleStop BBQ Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: The WhistleStop festival is back and sizzling! A beloved North Alabama tradition since 2001, WhistleStop returns to the vibrant MidCity District for the fourth time. Presented by the Apollo Coalition, this year's festival is better than ever, featuring the People’s Choice tastings, live local music, and FUN for the whole family. The sizzle returns to the heart of MidCity on October 16th and 17th. Click the link for Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/whistlestop-festival--2026 ● Friday Single Day (Oct. 16th): $10 advance price ($15 at the gate). Includes People's Choice WINGS tasting from 6 PM - 7:30 PM (while supplies last). ● Saturday Single Day (Oct. 17th): $10 advance price ($15 at the gate). Includes People's Choice PULLED PORK tasting from 2 PM - 4 PM (while supplies last). ● Weekend Pass: $15 (advance price) or $25 (at the gate). Includes both People's Choice tastings (while supplies last). ● Children 12 and under: FREE ● Parking: FREE All tickets include access to: ● The MainStage: Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy live music from local and regional acts all weekend long. ● People’s Choice Tastings: Sample and judge BBQ from the ShadeTree Barbeque Teams. Tastings include: ○ WINGS: Friday, 6 PM - 7:30 PM (or while supplies last) ○ PULLED PORK: Saturday, 2 PM - 4 PM (or while supplies last) ● The Awards Ceremony: Saturday at 5:00 p.m. - cheer on your favorite BBQ team as cash prizes totaling over $6,000 are announced. ● Sizzle Alley: A variety of food options to purchase and local goods to shop. ● The Picnic Zone: Hang out with friends, grab food from the Alley, and watch the big games. ● The Pigpen: Inflatable bounce houses, STEM activities, and more to entertain our youngest WhistleStop guests. Tastings are while supplies last. Vote via QR codes at team sites or donate with cash/check to support our initiatives and help your favorite team win the Apollo Cup! WhistleStop 2026 is presented with support from Pepsi, Redstone Federal Credit Union, GFiber, Pinnacle Bank, RCP Companies, Huntsville Music Office, Hiller, Renewal by Andersen, Huntsville Hospital and Avadian Credit Union. ________________________________________ About the Apollo Coalition Presented by the Apollo Coalition, a 501c3 organization, WhistleStop helps build community through arts and innovation. Our mission is to empower people to collaborate and create through entrepreneurship, special events, and educational programs. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/huntsville/whistlestop-bbq-festival/200030719159209 - **Event Categories**: festivals, music, nonprofit, live-music, trips-adventures, entertainment, business, art, music-festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 272 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Huntsville - **state**: AL - **country**: United States - **location**: 5901 University Drive, Huntsville, AL - **lat**: 34.74009 - **long**: -86.66353 - **full address**: 5901 University Drive, Huntsville, AL, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: WhistleStop BBQ Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/5f1359a1b39c0b2885a94e40e872b6e9beeacb56caccb545dc58e1a2bf1fc9e1-rimg-w1200-h665-dcf8d898-gmir?v=1789920849 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is WhistleStop BBQ Festival being held? - **A:** WhistleStop BBQ Festival takes place on Fri, 16 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 5901 University Drive, Huntsville, AL, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing WhistleStop BBQ Festival? - **A:** WhistleStop BBQ Festival is organized by MidCity District. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at MidCity District's events? - **A:** Attendees have given MidCity District a rating of 4/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. MidCity District has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** WhistleStop BBQ Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Huntsville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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