Red, White & Blue BBQ Fest and Parade
Schedule
Sat May 23 2026 at 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
15609 Park Station Blvd, Orland Park, IL 60462, United States | Orland Park, IL
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Join us in our kickoff America250 celebration at the Red, White & Blue BBQ Fest and Parade. Featuring a community parade, amateur rib cook-off, children's activities, live entertainment and food trucks. The celebration will culminate with a spectacular fireworks show. We are seeking a variety of enthusiastic units to showcase their red, white and blue spirit in a fun, festive and family-friendly way in the morning parade. Participants may enter as a decorated float or vehicle, a walking unit, a performing group, a marching/musical group or another patriotic-themed entry. Parade entry is FREE and steps off at 10am. Children's activities and DJ will follow at the Centennial Park West concert venue after the parade concludes.
Get ready to fire up the grill! We are also seeking grill masters for the Village of Orland Park's first-ever Amateur Rib Cook-Off Competition. Whether you're a backyard barbecue master or just love the thrill of friendly competition, this event is the perfect opportunity to show off your rib recipe, secret sauce and grilling skills. Expect a day filled with smoky aromas, great company and delicious bites as competitors go head-to-head for bragging rights and prizes. Expect friendly amateur competition, tasting and judging, community fun, entertainment and prizes for top rib masters. This is all about good food and great memories! Spots are limited, so don't wait and sign up today! Entry fee is $100. Payment can be made online or mail a check to the Village of Orland Park, Recreation and Parks Department by Friday, May 8.
A variety of bands, food/drink vendors, and onsite sponsor giveaways will be available through 9pm with a magical firework show to follow!
For parade and cook-off applications, visit orlandpark.org/RedWhiteBlue or contact [email protected] for more information.
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