'Barbecue Battle' Coming To Downtown DC

WASHINGTON, DC -- It's summer, and that means barbecue. And there will be no better place to get some than at the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle taking place this weekend in downtown D.C.

The event, sponsored by grocery store chain Giant, is "one of the largest and unique food and music festivals in the country," according to a statement. It will take place Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 on Pennsylvania Avenue between 3rd and 7th streets.

"For the past 26 years, tens of thousands of people have flocked to our nation’s capital to celebrate the 'Official Start of Summer' at the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle, one of the largest and most unique food and music festivals in the country," reads the event's website. "It’s a celebration of unity, community, inclusiveness and cooperation in our Nation’s Capital."

The event will feature performances by musical groups Everlast (Saturday) and the Spin Doctors (Sunday).

Bring your appetite, as there will be plenty of food and beverages available, including free food samples.

For information on directions and parking, click here.