BBQ Fest to return to GEHA Field at Arrowhead in June

21 April 2023

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (WDAF) – The scent of barbecue will return to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium a little sooner this year.

Instead of waiting for preseason to enjoy Kansas City barbecue at the home of the Chiefs, fans can dive in when Q BBQ Fest returns in June.

The two-day festival is scheduled to take place Friday, June 23 and Saturday, June 24. It’s the third year of the event.


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New this year, the barbecue festival will take place inside the stadium. The shift will allow guests the chance to sample the best barbecue from local, regional and national pitmasters involved in the event.

Ticket Options

The fun will include unlimited bbq, bands, and beer. Tickets for Q BBQ go on sale Wednesday, April 26.

VIP Pit Passes

$129

All-you-can-eat and drink for 4 hours

Early entry

Self-guided tours of the Chiefs Locker Room, the Bud Light Locker Room Club and the Chiefs postgame press conference room

GA Pit Passes

$69

All-you-can-eat barbecue festival experience for 3 hours

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase

Kids 12 and under are free

Tickets for guests 13-20 years old are $35


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Session Schedule

Session 1

Friday, June 23

VIP Pit Pass

5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

General Admission

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Session 2

Saturday, June 24

VIP Pit Pass

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

General Admission

12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Session 3

Saturday, June 24

VIP Pit Pass

4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

General Admission

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

In addition to offering some of the best barbecue in the country, the festival will also offer barbecue tutorials and demonstrations.

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