Texas Monthly BBQ Fest 2019 2026
Texas Monthly BBQ Fest is an annual event celebrating Texas barbecue culture, organized by Texas Monthly magazine. Now in its 17th edition, the 2026 festival is held November 7-8, 2026 in Lockhart, Texas.
The BBQ World's Fair takes place in downtown Lockhart on Saturday, November 7, with free admission, featuring pit crews, vendors, and live music. The Top 50 Picnic - a gathering honoring Texas Monthly's ranking of the state's best barbecue joints - is held Sunday, November 8, from 1-4pm at Lockhart City Park, 504 E City Pk Rd, Lockhart, TX 78644.
Lockhart, known as the 'Home of the World's Finest Barbecue,' hosts the fest as the centerpiece of its annual BBQ World's Fair traditions.
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Venue Map and Hotels Around
Lockhart - Lockhart City Park, Texas, United States