Barbecue, Bourbon & Blues

Regional barbecue traditions, bourbon tastings and live blues music come together for an outdoor food festival in North Miami. Barbecue, Bourbon & Blues takes place Saturday, November 7 at North Miami Athletic Stadium on the FIU Biscayne Bay Campus. The event brings together grill masters, barbecue restaurants, food trucks, beverage brands, live entertainment and vendors for an afternoon and evening centered on food, music and community gathering. The culinary lineup is expected to span traditional American barbecue alongside flavors influenced by Cuban, Haitian, Jamaican, Venezuelan, Argentinian, Brazilian and Bahamian traditions. Guests can also expect bourbon tastings, a live music stage, vendor shopping and a children’s play area. The festival is connected to the Miami Pitmasters Competition, which is scheduled to return to Downtown Miami in 2027. Public parking is available on site and in nearby public lots, with metered street parking also available in the surrounding area.