The Real Squeal BBQ & Music Festival

About

Held in Lyons since 2010, The Real Squeal is a KCBS-sanctioned event featuring world-class barbecue competitions. Friday evening brings the Backyard BBQ Contest, BBQ Sauce Contest, arts and crafts vendors, and a street dance to downtown; Saturday at Partin Park features the Professional BBQ Competition, more vendors, and live entertainment. Free entry both days.

Details

Type

Festival

Season / Event Date(s)

2026-10-02 to 2026-10-03

Venue

Downtown Lyons (Fri) & Partin Park (Sat)

Tags

• bbq
• arts-crafts
• food
• fall