Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle 2025

Get ready for the 33rd annual Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle as it returns to downtown DC on June 21-22, with thrilling live sounds, family-friendly events from cooking demonstrations to performances, and dozens of the best pitmasters from across the country, all serving up competition-worthy BBQ in the hopes of walking away with one of the competition’s top titles. Tickets for the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle are priced at $20 for one-day passes, $30 for weekend passes, and $60 for a family pack of four tickets for one-day admission. The battle will take place Saturday, June 21 (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Sunday, June 22 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.) on Historic Pennsylvania Avenue, between 3rd and 7th Street NW, Washington, DC. Click HERE to purchase your tickets and for all the delicious details.