2026 Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival

🌟 Join us for the 2026 Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival on May 9, 2026, at The Park of East Texas in Tyler, TX! 🎶

Indulge in delectable BBQ from the finest joints across Texas while enjoying stellar performances from national music acts. Here’s what we have in store for you:

Ticket Options:

• VIP Entry: Gates open at 12:00 PM

  • Early access to the festival (one hour before General Admission)
  • Taste samples from all BBQ vendors
  • Exclusive festival t-shirt
  • Two complimentary beverage coupons 🍹
  • Access to a private VIP seating and standing room area near the stage.

• General Admission (GA): Gates open at 1:00 PM

  • Sample offerings from all BBQ restaurants
  • Access to the concert with designated areas for standing and seating arrangements.

• Concert Only: Gates open at 3:45 PM

  • Enjoy the concert with areas for standing guests and ample seating.

Local food trucks and vendors will start serving delicious food from 4:00 PM. Please note, the festival is an all-ages event, and kids aged 5 and under can enter for free! 🎉 Anyone older than 5 requires a ticket.

For more details on the festival, policies, directions, and parking, visit Red Dirt BBQ Fest 🌐.