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BBQ Music Fest Debuts in Mission Viejo: Food, Music & Fun!
After 14 successful years, BBQ Music Fest debuts in Mission Viejo, July 25–27, 2025, featuring award-winning BBQ, live music & family fun!
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After 14 successful years, the highly anticipated BBQ Music Fest is making its Mission Viejo debut from July 25–27, 2025, at Oso Viejo Community Park. This family-friendly event is set to become one of Orange County’s signature summer festivals, combining award-winning barbecue, nonstop live entertainment, and engaging attractions for all ages.
From sizzling meats prepared by top pitmasters to live tribute bands, DJ sets, and interactive animal shows, the BBQ Music Fest promises an unforgettable weekend for food lovers, music fans, and families alike.
Event Highlights Include:
- Award-Winning BBQ: Enjoy mouthwatering ribs, brisket, chicken, and more from award-winning pitmasters. Non-BBQ options, desserts, and refreshing beverages also available.
- Live Music & Entertainment: Featuring top tribute acts including acclaimed Fooz Fighters, REMJ (Michael Jackson Tribute), Fast Times, Titans of Rock, FlashPants, and many others. Full lineup at bbqmusicfest.com/lineup.
- Pitmaster BBQ Competition: The ultimate BBQ face-off! Local BBQ legends and award-winning pitmasters will fire up their best recipes in a flavorful showdown for the People’s Choice Award and the title of BBQ Champion.
- Amateur Competition: On Sunday, the spotlight shifts to the amateurs, as passionate backyard grillers bring their best to the grill in a high-energy cookoff. Follow the smoky trail, savor mouthwatering bites, and pick up a few grilling secrets while you're at it!
- Family-Friendly Attractions: Carnival rides, Cool Critter Shows with close-up encounters, S.C.H.A.&R. Reptile interactive experience, a live butterfly garden, and an artisan marketplace with unique shopping experiences.
- Interactive Fun: DJ, Dance lessons, country line dancing, and a Karaoke Lounge with a live band (Friday & Saturday) — your chance to be the star of the show.
- VIP & Lounge Options: Upgrade your experience in the VIP Lounge or relax at the Wild Fork BBQ Lounge, both offering shade, seating, and exclusive perks.
- Free Souvenir E-Photos for all attendees.
Event Details:
Location: Oso Viejo Community Park
24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
(Just off the 5 Freeway at La Paz Road)
Free General Parking
Front Gate Parking available for $10 (proceeds support the Marine Adoption Committee, Newhart Middle School PTA, and the City of Mission Viejo’s Olympic athlete initiatives).
Event Hours:
- Friday, July 25: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday, July 26: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday, July 27: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Admission:
- Friday: $5
- Saturday & Sunday: $10
- Children 12 and under: FREE
Admission price includes: Live Music, Cool Critter Shows and Close-up Critter Encounters (Sat/Sun), Karaoke Lounge with Live Band (Fri/Sat), S.C.H.A.&R. Interactive Reptile Experience, Free Souvenir E-Photo, DJ, Dance Lessons, Country Line Dancing.
Tickets & Information:
For tickets, entertainment schedule and directions, visit www.MVBBQMusicFest.com.
About BBQ Music Fest:
The BBQ Music Fest is a premier Southern California event celebrating America’s favorite summer traditions — barbecue, live music, and community. With a reputation for top-tier food, high-energy entertainment, and inclusive activities, the festival continues to grow each year, now bringing the fun to Mission Viejo for the first time.
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