Big Bear BBQ Festival Grill & Chill
Fire up the flavor at the ultimate weekend getaway; the Big Bear BBQ Festival Grill & Chill!
Prepare your taste buds for some mouthwatering masterpieces from an incredible lineup of award-winning BBQ vendors, and watch top pit-masters battle it out for the crown in our highly anticipated barbecue contest.
The festival grounds will be alive with fantastic live music and a huge variety of engaging activities designed for adults, children, and the whole family to enjoy together.
Come for the unbeatable barbecue, stay for the gorgeous lakeside vibes, and make unforgettable memories at Big Bear's tastiest event of the year!
Event Details
May 23rd & 24th, 2026
Ski Beach Park located at 41216 Park Ave
- Epic BBQ Vendors - Taste a huge variety of smoked, grilled, and sauced masterpieces.
- The BBQ Contest - Watch top competitors battle it out for the ultimate barbecue bragging rights.
- Live Music - Jam out to great tunes playing throughout the afternoon and evening.
- Cold Drinks - Enjoy refreshing beverages paired perfectly with your barbecue.
- Kids Activities - Plenty of fun, family-friendly activities to keep the little ones entertained.
Tickets & Pricing
VIP Pass
Ultimate VIP Weekend Pass - $85.00
Includes full weekend admission with express check-in. Grants exclusive access to the stage-side VIP Lounge (featuring shaded seating and private restrooms) and includes one VIP Goodie Bag with 2 free drink tickets and exclusive vendor samples!
Adult Admission
Adult General Admission - $25.00
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Kick off the Big Bear BBQ Festival right! Enjoy an incredible lineup of live music, amazing BBQ vendors, and all of Saturday's festivities. Valid for entry on May 23 only.
Adult General Admission - $25.00
Sunday, May 24th, 2026
Keep the party going! Join us for day two of world-class BBQ, live bands, and Sunday fun at the Grill & Chill. Valid for entry on May 24th only.
Adult 2-Day Admission - $45.00
Saturday & Sunday, May 23rd - 24th, 2026
2-Day Adult General Admission Your all-access pass to a full weekend of mouth-watering BBQ, live bands, and great vibes at the Grill & Chill. Valid for entry on both Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24. (Food and beverages sold separately)
Children's Admission
1 Kid General - $10.00
Saturday & Sunday, May 23rd - 24th, 2026
Kids Weekend Pass (1 Child - under 13) A full weekend of fun for the little ones! Grants entry for 1 child for both May 23 and May 24. Includes access to all children’s activities and games. (Must be accompanied by a ticketed adult).
2 Kids General - $15.00
Saturday & Sunday, May 23rd - 24th, 2026
Kids Weekend Pass (2 Children - Under 13) Double the fun! Grant entry for 2 children for both May 23 and May 24. Includes access to all children’s activities and games. (Must be accompanied by a ticketed adult).
3 Kids General - $20.00
Saturday & Sunday, May 23rd - 24th, 2026
Kids Weekend Pass (3 Children - under 13) Bring the crew! Grants entry for 3 children for both May 23 and May 24. Includes access to all children’s activities and games. (Must be accompanied by a ticketed adult).
4 + Kids General - $30.00
Saturday & Sunday, May 23rd - 24th, 2026
Kids Weekend Pass (4+ Children - under 13) The ultimate family pack! Grants entry for 4 or more children for both May 23 and May 24. Includes access to all children’s activities and games. (Must be accompanied by a ticketed adult).