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The Original Barbeque & Beer Festival

 

February 22, 2025

West Valley Event Complex, 10020 N Ballpark Blvd, Glendale AZ 85307

Good BBQ. Good Music.
Good Vibes.

Get ready to fire up the grills and crank up the tunes! The Original Barbeque & Beer Festival is back for 2025, celebrating over a decade of mouthwatering BBQ and unforgettable family fun.

Join us for a day filled with smoky flavors and good times as over 30 BBQ pit masters serve up their best, accompanied by a wide selection of beers, spirits, and novelty eats. This annual event is all about bringing families and friends together for great music, delicious food, and handcrafted drinks that hit the spot.

New this year is our expanded VIP area, where you can enjoy catered BBQ, exclusive entertainment, and private bars. Relax in shaded areas with soft seating, warm up by the fire pits, and take in the music from the standing pit access right in front of the stage. With restroom suites and all the extras, this VIP experience takes your festival day to the next level.

Come for the BBQ, stay for the music, and make memories with family and friends that will last a lifetime!

A portion of the proceeds benefit

The Original Barbeque & Beer Festival

The Original Barbecue & Beer Festival has been titled Arizona’s largest BBQ event.

With back to back awards for Arizona’s “Outstanding Event of the Year”, the Original Barbecue & Beer Festival features the ultimate BBQ experience.

2025 LINE UP ANNOUNCING SOON!

 

2023 Line Up

Chris Janson, Craig Morgan, Conner Smith and Hailey Whitters

2022 Line Up

Lee Brice, Parker McCollum, Kameron Marlow and Jacob Morris

Performing Live!

…more artists to be revealed over the next month!

 

Dylan Scott

Dylan Scott

Dylan Scott is a multi-platinum country artist celebrated for his powerful voice, engaging songwriting, and authentic storytelling. Born in Louisiana, Scott has achieved major milestones in his career, including two No. 1 singles, “My Girl” and “Nobody,” as well as the Top 5 hit “Hooked.” His breakout hit “Nobody” earned him a CMT Music Award for Breakthrough Video of the Year in 2021.

Dasha

Dasha

Dasha is a rising country artist known for blending traditional storytelling with modern musical influences. Originally from San Luis Obispo, California, she grew up listening to icons like Dolly Parton and Taylor Swift.
Her second album, What Happens Now?, released in early 2024, includes the breakout single “Austin,” which became a viral sensation on TikTok thanks to its catchy melody and a popular line dance. Dasha has quickly made a name for herself in Nashville’s country scene, even appearing at the CMT Awards, where she was warmly embraced by established artists like Kelsea Ballerini and Lainey Wilson. Her work reflects a mix of breezy charm and emotional depth, appealing to a wide audience of country music fans.

Activities

Line and PartnerDancing

March Madness Sports Bar

Axe Throwing

Mechanical Bull Rides

Yard Games

Food Trucks and Market Vendors

Competitive Pitmaster Competition

BBQ Cooking Demonstrations

Silent Memorabilia Auction

 
 

An expanded VIP area includes catered BBQ, private bars, shaded area, standing pit access in front of stage, restroom trailers, and VIP exclusive entertainment. Patrons will enjoy many interactive experiences all day. With nationally recognized BBQ pit masters, beer, spirits, specialty cocktails, and novelty food items, the 16th annual event will offer a full day of great music, family entertainment and finger licking good food with amazing drinks to wash it all down.

The Original Barbeque & Beer Festival

General Admission Pre-Sale $28*

*No Refunds. Tickets do not include food or beverages.
12 & Under are free in General Admission.

 

VIP Pre-Sale $298*

VIP Includes: Food, Private Bar, Shade, Best Stage View, Restroom Suites, Games.
 

**BE AWARE**
Forty8 Live! tickets are only sold on TixJuJu and Posh ticketing platforms. We encourage you not to purchase tickets from any other site or location, as they are more than likely fraudulent, and the tickets will not be honored.

2023 Main Stage Schedule

 

12:00pm

DJ Smylz

 

2:45pm

Jaty & The Black Stallions

 

4:15pm

Conner Smith

 

5:30pm

Hailey Whitters

 

7:00pm

Craig Morgan

 

8:30pm

Chris Janson

Entertainment and Activities

Four Peaks
8th Street March Madness

Presented by

Pony Rides
and Petting Zoo

Presented by

Half Pipe BMX
and Skateboard Stunt Show

Presented by

Line Dancing
Lessons

Presented by

Dock Dogs
competition

Presented by

Yard Games
Kong Pong, Cornhole,
Oversized Checkers,
and much more

Kid crafts area
Live Painting

Hot Dog
& Pie Eating Contests

The Original Barbeque & Beer Festival

The event is family friendly and sure to be a finger lickin’ good time!

With nationally recognized BBQ Pit Masters, nationally recognized entertainment, March Madness Sports Bar, Country Dance Lessons, Barbeque Cooking Demonstrations, and with much, much more!

VIP Ticket Includes:

  • VIP Entrance
  • Two Catered Meals
  • Private VIP Bars
  • 8 Drinks from a VIP Bar (21+ only)
  • Shaded Area with Soft Seating and Misters
  • Standing VIP Pit Access in Front of the Main Stage
  • Private Restroom Suites
  • VIP Exclusive Entertainment
  • Commemorative Lanyard

Ultra VIP Suite Includes 2 Passes and:

  • Exclusive Area Limited to 30 People
  • Luxury Leather Seating • Air-Cooled Area
  • Elevated Platform • Private Waitress Service
  • Private Dedicated Bar • 8 Drinks per Guest (21+ only)
  • Catered Lunch and Dinner in VIP Area
  • Gratis Snacks, Bottled Water and Sodas
  • Ultra VIP Parking Pass steps away from VIP Entrance
  • Uber Discount Code • Ultra VIP Private Restroom Suite
  • Dedicated VIP Entrance • Phone Charging Station
  • Standing VIP Pit Access in Front of the Main Stage
  • VIP Exclusive Entertainment
  • Commemorative Lanyard

Thank You to Our Sponsors

 

Frequently Asked Questions

West Valley Event Complex, 10020 N Ballpark Blvd, Glendale AZ 85307

Live Main Stage music entertainment begins at 2:00 PM

There are many reliable public and private transportation services in the Phoenix metro area. We recommend LYFT, UBER and/or YELLOW CAB (480) 888-8888.

No, Uber/Lyft recommended.

Picture I.D. is required to purchase or consume alcohol. Your I.D. will be checked upon entry into the event and could be checked randomly as asked throughout the event. Guests 21 years of age and older will be issued a wristband allowing alcohol purchase.
Only these forms of ID will be acceptable:
United States issued Drivers Licenses (temporary IDs are not acceptable)
United States issued Identification Card
United States Territories Driver’s License or Identification Card
U.S. Military Identification Cards that contains bearer’s signature (some do not)
Passports – United States or Foreign issued

Not all food vendors accept Debit or Credit cards so please bring cash with you. ATM’s are available within the festival site for your convenience.

You can purchase your admission ticket – in advance or on the day of the festival – via the website using a credit/debit card. There will be no box office at the festival.

Children 12 and under are admitted for free with a paying adult.

All sales are final, there are no refunds.

Yes.

This is a rain or shine event.

For the health and safety of the animals and our guests, no pets are allowed into the event.
Only Service Dogs are permitted as defined by the US Department Justice Civil Rights Division, under the Disability Rights Section as dogs only, that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.

Lost and found is located at the north entrance ticket booth.

Chandler Fire Department EMT’s will be onsite for any medical emergencies.

For more event information please contact the event organizer at [email protected]

Yes you can. Any chair with a top will need to be folded down as soon as the live music starts on the main stage, so not to block anyone else’s view.

Not for this event. We have built out many shade structures throughout the event for your comfort and convenience.

We are committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and memorable experience for all event guests. In order to do so, a strict code of conduct has been created and all event participants and patrons are expected to follow these rules. Guests will show respect for the event location, grounds, coordinators, vendors, sponsors, and participants by leaving the following items at home:
• Firearms, knives or other weapons, pepper spray, Coolers and outside food or beverage, bicycles, skateboards type devices, motorized wheeled devices

The following actions will result in immediate ejection of festival grounds with no refunds and are subject to prosecution:
• Fighting or engaging in any action that may harm, endanger, threaten or bring discomfort to anyone.
• Possession or use of illegal drugs or excessive and irresponsible use of alcohol.
• Damage, destruction, vandalism, or theft of any property.
• Taunting, abusive or disruptive language, and obscene gestures.
• An individual participating in any of these behaviors will be removed from the event and passes will be revoked.
In certain situations, the offender may be cited and or arrested.

  • All bags larger than 12″x12″x12″
    • A bag search will be performed prior to entering the event
    • All bags are subject search at anytime while inside the event
  • Umbrellas larger than 48″ in diameter.
  • Outside food (small children snacks & medical needs are always exceptions)
  • Drinks & alcoholic beverages (1 sealed water bottle per person is allowed)
  • All Fireworks & Explosives
  • All types of Laser Pointers
  • Any type Drone
  • All Pets (with the exception of Service Dogs)
  • Any illegal substances/harmful chemicals,
  • Anything considered a weapon
  • All wheeled devices that can be ridden on or in (bicycles, wagons, hover boards & skateboards..)

Do so at your own risk. The only accepted tickets will be those generated from our ticketing system. No other ticket will be accepted. The codes are one-time use, so once someone uses the QR code assigned to your ticket, it becomes invalid.

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