BBQ & Barrels: 3rd Annual Whiskey Tasting Returns to Nationals Park

When:
September 19,2025 – September 19,2025 all-day
Where:
Nationals Park
1500 South Capitol St SE

Calling all barbecue & whiskey lovers! On September 19th from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., Nationals Park will host its third annual BBQ & Barrels. Held in Centerfield Plaza, BBQ & Barrels will showcase the finest in local barbecue and a roster full of amazing whiskey, including some rare barrel-aged beauties from fan-favorite distilleries!

Savor the rich and distinctive profiles of American whiskey, rye, and bourbon, featuring selections from Catoctin Creek, Field of Dreams Whiskey Co., Bardstown Bourbon and Green River Distilling Co., St. George Spirits, and more. Pair it with in-park icon Rocklands Barbeque & Grilling Company, and other local barbecue powerhouses such as Money Muscle BBQ, Smoke Datt BBQ, and more. Round out the evening with live music by Dewey Beach’s very own Love Seed Mama Jump and exclusive access to a one-day-only bottle sale on featured spirits!

For a $70.00 general admission ticket, get unlimited tastings on 100+ bottles, one sample of barbecue from any of the participating vendors, a branded shot glass, and access to live music and retail bottle sale. For a $105.00 VIP ticket, get everything included in the general admission ticket plus early access starting at 6:00 p.m. (to get first dibs on premium spirits), and three samples of barbecue. Register HERE.