Metro Atlanta’s popular Pigs & Peaches BBQ festival is preparing for its 25th edition this August. The festival promises smoky BBQ plates, sweet peach-inspired flavors, and lively music for Kennesaw residents.
Highlights
- The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival returns with its 25th annual celebration.
- Attendees can enjoy the two-day event at United Bankshares Amphitheater at Depot Park from August 15 to 16.
- A ‘tasting experience’ feature has been added for the first time at the Kennesaw festival.
Pigs & Peaches BBQ Arrives for its 25th Yearly Run
The festival brings BBQ and live music to Kennesaw (Source: kennesaw-ga.gov)
In mid-August, the Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival invites Kennesaw and Metro Atlanta residents to enjoy two days of BBQ, desserts, craft beverages, and live country music. Since launching in 2000, this Kennesaw event has attracted families, food enthusiasts, and music fans with tastings, contests, local vendors, and live performances.
Venue and Dates
The 25th yearly celebration will take place along Main Street and at the United Bankshares Amphitheater at Depot Park. Downtown Kennesaw attendees will get to enjoy the summer festival from August 15 to 16.
Tasting, Contests, and Fun at the 2-day BBQ Festival
The Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival will feature various food activities, including its first-ever tasting experience. Attendees from Metro Atlanta can sample offerings from local restaurants and vendors during the new tasting event. The tasting event is scheduled for Saturday, August 16, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Main Street Plaza. Limited tickets, priced at $21, are available online.
Pigs & Peaches organizers will host several food competitions, including the Backyard BBQ Contest. Other contests include the Peach Dessert Contest and the Anything Butt Contest, both crowd favorites.
Featured Metro Atlanta vendors include All That Jazz BBQ, Dawgs Smokin’ Hawgs BBQ, and Big Shanty Smokehouse.
Live Music and Local Vendors at Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival
Artists and local vendors will appear at the festival (Source: kennesaw-ga.gov/pigsandpeaches/)
The festival’s Friday lineup features musical headliners Hayden Coffman and George Pippen. Hayden Coffman will perform country hits, while George Pippen delivers energetic rock tunes on August 15. Saturday’s lineup includes HunterGirl, Jessie Lane, Hired Hands, and other local artists.
A full artist schedule is available on the official Pigs & Peaches BBQ website. The event will showcase products from Metro Atlanta vendors. Featured vendors include Equestrian Nore, C Linc Jewelry, and Made to Shine Boutique.
This two-day festival is a must-attend summer event in Kennesaw, combining BBQ, live music, and family-friendly activities.
