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Light up the grill, sip on a brew and tap your foot to the music at Reno’s greatest summer festival. The BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival is coming to Eldorado Resort Casino on June 13 and 14, 2025.
This festival is equal parts
- Microbrew tasting event with more than 50 microbrews from around the corner and the world
- Barbecue block party
- Music festival with two stages featuring nonstop blues and rock.
THE ROW’s festival food will be offered at Greg’s BBQ Pit. Enjoy St. Louis style barbecue ribs, smoked beef brisket and pulled pork. Sides will include barbecued baked beans, cornbread and creamy coleslaw. The popular Geno’s Smoked New York Steak Flatbread will be available. Other food booths will provide
- Street Tacos
- Chili Cheese Dogs
- Funnel Cakes
- Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
- Smokey Chicken Wings
- Shaved Ice
and more.
You can enjoy free and live entertainment during the festival. The BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival is open to the public and free to enjoy the music and browse vendor stalls.
Drinks
The brewery lineup for the 2025 festival includes
- The Depot
- Pigeon Head Brewery
- Lead Dog Brewing
- Eldorado’s Brew Brothers
and many more.
In addition to craft brews, other libations will be available for purchase, including
- Berry Vodka Lemonade
- Moscow Mules
- Pineapple Chili Margaritas
- Whiskey Almond Palmer
and other refreshing summer beverages.
Tasting Hours
- Friday – 3 pm to 9 pm
- Saturday – 12 pm to 7 pm
Beer Olympics
The festival will feature a Beer Olympics event. Participants will put their beer drinking and physical strength to the test. Teams of 4 people will compete in different challenges and obstacles for the 26th annual BBQ, Brews & Blues Beer Olympics Champion title.
You must be 21 or older to participate. A valid photo ID will be verified during ticket exchange at the main ticket booth.
Tasting Package Coupons
I’ve seen a 2 Day Pass going for as much as $103 for 1 ticket by online ticket brokers. Book your 2 Day Pass here and you can save $31 on each ticket.
A Friday One Day Ticket is going for as much as $99 online for one ticket. Book your Friday ticket here and you can save $57 on each ticket.
For a Saturday Ticket, you can pay as much as $86 for 1 ticket from online ticket brokers or you can save $40 on each ticket by purchasing it here.
Tent VIP Experience
The Tap Tent VIP experience includes all you can eat BBQ and unlimited beverages. You can enjoy shaded seating close to the main stage.
Purchase them here to get the lowest possible price.
Eldorado Resort Casino
Eldorado Resort Casino features spacious, elegant rooms with stunning views of the mountains and the city of Reno. Be pampered in their spa and enjoy dining in their seven restaurants.
If you’d like to visit the Eldorado Resort Casino for the festival, book your stay here and you can save 23% off the regular rate.
