Nothing says Texas quite like the perfect combo of live country music and world-class barbecue. This year, Feels Like Home Festival is serving up an unforgettable BBQ showcase featuring ten of the Lone Star State’s top pitmasters. From legendary smokehouses to rising stars, each joint is bringing their signature flavors to Brownwood for one day only.
VIP ticket holders (and GA add-on buyers) can enjoy the unlimited BBQ tasting experience from 1:00–5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 4. Come hungry, because you’ll want to sample every pit! Individual BBQ plates and menu items will otherwise not be sold this year, so for those carving authentic Texas BBQ, snagging a tasting ticket is a must!
- Up In Smoke BBQ (Early, TX) – Local hero Junior Urias bringing bold hometown flavor just minutes from the fest.
- Victorians Barbecue (Mart, TX) – Netflix Barbecue Showdown alum Joey Victorian’s cult-favorite Central Texas BBQ.
- Rossler’s Blue Cord Barbecue (Harker Heights, TX) – Army veteran Steven Rossler’s 2025 Texas Monthly Top 50 joint, known for standout brisket and creative sides.
- Hurtado BBQ (Arlington, TX) – Tex-Mex flavors meet Texas smoke, earning Honorable Mention in Texas Monthly’s Top 50.
- Hill City Chop House (Tolar, TX) – A bustling small-town smokehouse and Honorable Mention in Texas Monthly’s Top 50.
- The Original Roy Hutchins Barbecue (Trophy Club, TX) – A family-run legacy spot and 2025 Yelp Top 100 honoree.
- Pody’s BBQ (Pecos, TX) – West Texas legend Israel “Pody” with brisket and ribs once ranked among Texas Monthly’s Top 50.
- Brantley Creek Barbecue (Odessa, TX) – Brandon McPherson’s fast-rising pit, named an Honorable Mention in the 2025 Texas Monthly Top 50.
- Bosque River Taphouse (Stephenville, TX) – pairing craft beer with inventive BBQ plates.
- Olmos BBQ (Fort Worth, TX) – John Paul Govea’s pit blends tradition with modern flair.
