America's Food & Music Festival

Join us as we celebrate Giant Food's 90th Anniversary at the Giant BBQ Battle, part of the nationwide celebration of America's 250th birthday

Pennsylvania Avenue NW (3rd - 7th Street) Washington DC

For more information & tickets visit: https://bbqindc.com/

Did you know Giant started right here in DC in 1936? This year's massive street party honors that hometown legacy alongside a historic moment for the country.

WHY YOU CAN'T MISS IT

The Free Food Factor:
Your ticket unlocks the Taste of Giant Sampling Pavilion and more, where over 100 entree, side item and dessert samples will be served.

The BBQ Battle Pit:
Watch world-class pit-masters compete for $50,000 in prizes in the National Pork Championship and Kingsford Great American cook-off contests.

Music & Thrills: 4 stages of live music featuring Rock, Reggae, Go-Go & Blues legends, plus Celebrity, chefs, National cookbook, authors, Eating Contests, and more!

DC Sports Zone:
Shoot hoops, test your skills, and meet players and mascots from the Washington Wizards, Capitals, Go-Go, mystic, Nationals, DC United, Washington, Spirit, and Washington Commanders

51 Steps Experience:
An interactive AR journey through DC history and Giant's roots plus the 51 Steps to Freedom History Wall on the Mall.

Americana at its Best: Snap a photo and digitally sign the Declaration of Independence, climb into the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, pose with Mr. Peanut at the Planters Nutmobile. Then enjoy free, kids rides, face painting, hands-on activities, and games.

TICKETS & PRO TIPS

PRICING:
One-Day Pass: ~$20
Weekend Pass: ~$30
Kids under 12: FREE

FREE ADMISSION OFFERS:
Buy any two participating BBQ items at Giant Food in June and receive a Buy One, Get One FREE ticket coupon.

BUY ONLINE:
Get tickets at https://bbqindc.com/ or on Eventbrite

GETTING THERE

Metro:
Archives / Navy Memorial or Smithsonian stops

Bike:
Free Bike Valet at 3rd St & Jefferson Dr SW