Bbq & barrels represents the culmination of 45 years of a cultural tradition in owensboro and daviess county. It is the celebration of our past, our present, and our future, bringing together two of owensboro's greatest traditions - authentic, unparalleled owensboro barbecue and historic kentucky bourbon.

Arts & crafts
Browse our merchants' unique, handcrafted items as you stroll the streets of bbq and barrels!

Schedule of events

Live music
Get ready for an epic weekend of free entertainment! Multi-platinum country artist clay walker will take the main stage.

Courthouse lawn stage
3:00-4:15 pm: The lowland ramblers
4:30-6:00 pm: Rack'em leon
6:30-8:00 pm: OCTC Capital Bluegrass hand

Lindsey James Williams

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Carnival
Fun for the whole family! Check out all the rides, games, and concessions the carnival offers. The carnival will take place on 2nd street, just east of the big blue bridge.

Tickets:
Single tickets $1.50
10 tickets $10.00
20 tickets $20.00
Saturday from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm only: unlimited rides for $25 per rider!