Port Royal's Annual BBQ Festival

Rock Out, Chill Out, Pig Out!

February 14-15, 2025

Friday 6-9PM | Saturday 11-4PM

The 2025 Bands, Brews & BBQ event is a two-day celebration of food, music, and fun, taking place each February in Port Royal, South Carolina. This exciting event is officially sanctioned by the South Carolina Barbecue Association (SCBA) and is dedicated to benefiting two local nonprofit organizations: HELP of Beaufort and the Zonta Club of Beaufort.

Event Highlights

Friday Night – Wing Throw Down

Kick off the weekend with the Wing Throw Down on Friday evening. Attendees can sample delicious wing recipes from participating cookers while enjoying live music in a fun and festive atmosphere.

Saturday – BBQ Tasting Day

Saturday is the main event, where BBQ teams from across the Southeast will serve their award-winning barbecue. This is your chance to taste some of the best barbecue in the region.

Live Music

Throughout the event, attendees can enjoy live music from local bands. The festival will feature a variety of musical styles to keep the atmosphere lively and engaging.

Supporting Local Nonprofit

Proceeds from the Bands, Brews & BBQ event will benefit:

  • Zonta Club of Beaufort, which offers scholarships to local high school seniors and working women, and supports initiatives against human trafficking and gender-based violence.

Tickets Info

Wings (Friday night) and BBQ (Saturday) can be sampled with tickets, available for purchase at $1 each.
Free Admission

Music

Throughout the event, attendees can enjoy live music from local bands. With performances from local favorites like -

BBQ

Does your BBQ have what it takes? Register for this SCBA sanctioned event to compete for over $5000 in Cash Prizes