Saturday Night Blues & BBQ Blowout

Part of the 2025 Broad Street Blues and BBQ Festival

FREE Admission | Music starts at 2:30 PM | BBQ Competition at 5:00 PM | Fireworks at 9:15 PM

Saturday is packed with nonstop blues, returning favorites, new faces, and one of the most anticipated BBQ competitions in the region.

Kicking things off at 2:30 PM, long-time festival veterans Guitar Man Blues set the tone for the day.

At 4:30 PM, we welcome the Zach Avery Band for their Broad Street Blues debut.

At 5:00 PM, head over to the park pavilion for the annual BBQ competition, where pitmasters go head-to-head for top honors.

Fan favorite The Smiley Tillman Band hits the stage at 5:45 PM with their signature crowd pleasing set.

Then, at 7:30 PM, we proudly welcome back Lil’ Ed and the Blues Imperials — Blues Foundation Hall of Famers who always bring the house down.

Stick around for a spectacular fireworks show at 9:15 PM.

And to close out Saturday night, we're bringing you one of the most requested artists in festival history — the Ally Venable Band hits the stage after the fireworks with a high-energy set that you won’t want to miss.

Bring your chairs and blankets, grab some award-winning BBQ and cold drinks, and enjoy a day of incredible music and unforgettable summer fun in one of Northwest Indiana’s most beautiful parks.