2nd Annual BBQ COOKOFF presented by The Riot Comedy Festival

🔥 BBQ Cookoff & Carnival
Dig into mouthwatering creations from six of Houston’s best BBQ cookers, plus carnival games, vendors, a live DJ, and fun activities for all ages.

⭐ VIP Experience
VIP guests get one-hour early entry to enjoy all-you-can-eat BBQ before the crowds

😂 Evening Comedy Shows
When the BBQ wraps up, stick around for a night of side-splitting comedy that keeps the laughs going strong.

📅 When: Saturday, April 4th, 2026
📍 Where: The Gordy Theatre Lawn

Don’t miss this unforgettable day packed with Houston’s best BBQ, great music, and hilarious comedy. Bring your appetite, grab your friends, and make a full day of it!

About The Riot Comedy Festival: The Riot Comedy Festival is an annual four-day celebration of comedy in Houston, Texas, produced by award-winning comedian and entrepreneur Brian Gendron and the team behind The Riot Comedy Club. It brings together 30+ events and more than 50 performers across multiple venues — including stand-up sets, podcasts, improv, music, and a national comedy contest — for an immersive experience that connects fans with both national headliners and emerging talent. The festival also features special events like the All-You-Can-Eat BBQ Cookoff, live DJs, parties, and community activities throughout the weekend, making it one of Houston’s standout entertainment events each April.

THE fun thing to do in Houston! A fun date, a night out with friends, or just to get out and meet new people. Our standup comedy club features comedy shows with the funniest comedians you've seen on Netflix, HBO, Comedy Central, at the Comedy Store and Comedy Cellar. We serve tasty food, draught beer, wine, and cocktails in an intimate and casual setting.

Info: Riot BBQ Cook Off Competition on The Gordy Lawn

Info: Comedy Shows at The Riot Comedy Club & The Gordy

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Host or Publisher Brian Gendron and Haris Sayani