The Big Grill BBQ & Food Festival is set to return to Herbert Park, Ballsbridge, from Thursday, 13 August to Sunday, 16 August 2026.
The 2026 edition of Europe’s largest live-fire festival features international pitmasters, local craft breweries, and diverse food offerings ranging from Michelin-starred Texas BBQ to Northern Thai cuisine.
The initial line-up includes la Barbecue (Texas), From the Ashes BBQ (London), Hera, Achara, Hang Dai, Bah33º, Reyna, Bahay x Kaldero, Hawker, and Uncle Hon’s.
2026 Event Details
- Thursday & Friday: Early Entry from 3:00 PM; Regular Entry from 5:00 PM.
- Saturday: Early Entry (Full Day) from 11:00 AM; Regular Entry from 2:00 PM; Evening Entry from 5:30 PM.
- Sunday: Early Entry from 11:00 AM; Regular Entry from 2:00 PM.
Ticketing & Admission
- Tickets are currently on sale through the official Big Grill Festival website.
- Prices typically range from approximately €30 to €40 depending on the day and entry time.
- Premium tickets for the festival’s exclusive zones are available for roughly €71 to €83.
- The “Little Grillers” area is available for families, usually open until 4:00 PM on weekends.
- www.biggrillfestival.com
Visitor Information
- The venue is fully wheelchair accessible on one level with designated trackways.
- Organisers recommend using public transport. The nearest DART stations are Lansdowne Road and Sandymount. Dublin Bus routes 46a, 145, 7, and 39a also serve the area.
- Small-plate BBQ dishes generally start from approximately €8, with craft beers from €4.50
