Get ready for one of Southwest Florida’s biggest country music and BBQ events of the year! The inaugural Cowtown BBQ & Country Music Fest is coming to the Turner Center in Arcadia on Saturday, October 10, 2026, bringing together live country music, championship barbecue, cold drinks, vendors, family fun, and an unforgettable day of entertainment.
Headlining this year’s festival is 90s country hitmaker Wade Hayes, performing all the songs fans know and love along with additional regional and local country music acts throughout the day.
The festival will also feature a full-scale BBQ competition with both Pro and Backyard divisions competing in ribs and brisket for cash prizes, trophies, and bragging rights. Come watch some of the best pitmasters around fire up the smokers and battle it out all day long.
EVENT FEATURES:
• Live Country Music All Day
• Headliner: Wade Hayes
• Professional & Backyard BBQ Competition
• Food Vendors & Merchandise Vendors
• Ice Cold Beer & Drinks
A portion of the proceeds from the event helps support the SWFL Hoedown Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships for students pursuing careers in agriculture and trade industries.
Whether you love great country music, authentic barbecue, or just want a fun day out with family and friends, the Cowtown BBQ & Country Music Fest is an event you will not want to miss.
TICKETS GO ON SALE JUNE 15TH. For more information, click here.
