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Foley BBQ & Blues Cook-Off

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Enjoy mouthwatering BBQ, live blues music, and family fun at this annual cook-off held in Foley's Heritage Park, supporting local education and community initiatives.

An annual outdoor food and music festival held in Heritage Park in Foley, Alabama, the Foley BBQ & Blues Cook-Off features barbecue teams competing in a Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned event, live blues music, and family-friendly activities.

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Local tips

  • Purchase tickets in advance online for Friday night's kickoff event to save money.
  • Bring the whole family for a day of fun, with kid-friendly activities available on Saturday.
  • Sample a variety of BBQ from different teams and cast your vote for the People's Choice Award.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    Heritage Park is located at the intersection of Highway 59 and Highway 98 in downtown Foley. From Interstate 10, take exit 49 south onto the Baldwin Beach Express. Continue onto Foley Beach Express, turning left at the light. Turn right onto Highway 98, and Heritage Park will be on the northeast corner.

  • Ride Share

    Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are available in Foley. A ride from downtown Foley to Heritage Park will cost approximately $10-15, depending on demand and traffic.

  • Public Transport

    The Baldwin Regional Area Transit System (BRATS) offers public transportation services in Baldwin County, including Foley. Check the BRATS website for routes and schedules to Heritage Park. Fares vary depending on distance and scheduling.

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The Foley BBQ & Blues Cook-Off is an annual event held in Heritage Park in downtown Foley, Alabama. The cook-off started in 2009 as a fundraiser for the South Baldwin Chamber Foundation. The event is held the second Saturday of March and has grown into a popular community event.The event is a Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned event, attracting both corporate and individual teams competing for awards in several categories. Festival goers can enjoy a variety of barbecue samples, live blues bands, and children's activities. All proceeds benefit the South Baldwin Chamber Foundation, supporting local education and community initiatives.Heritage Park, where the cook-off is held, is located at the intersection of Highway 98 and Highway 59. Besides the Foley BBQ & Blues Cook-Off, Heritage Park hosts various events throughout the year, including the Mudbugs & Margaritas Festival, Music and a Movie, and Christmas in the Park.

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