Long Beach Beer, Brats & BBQ Festival 2026

The Long Beach Beer, Brats and BBQ Festival is an outdoor food and drink celebration in the heart of Long Beach, bringing together local and regional craft breweries, BBQ pitmasters, and sausage makers for a casual summer festival on the waterfront. The format is simple and effective: dozens of craft beer vendors pouring samples, BBQ vendors competing for crowd favorites in brisket, ribs, and pulled pork, and a main stage with live music throughout the day. Long Beach has one of the most active craft beer scenes in Southern California, anchored by breweries like Beachwood, Ambitious Ales, Trademark, and Smog City. The BBQ component pulls in dedicated pitmasters from the greater LA region who use the festival as a platform for community feedback and competition. The event is family-friendly during daytime hours, with a non-alcoholic zone for those not drinking. The waterfront location in Long Beach provides a scenic backdrop and easy parking access along the harbor. Check the event organizer's website for the 2026 date and venue confirmation. Ticket price typically includes unlimited samples for the first session. This is the event for Long Beach food culture regulars and craft beer enthusiasts looking for a genuine community gathering rather than a corporate brand activation.