Live Performances from The KPA Main Stage
Who’s Comin’ to the Cookout?
Y’all better come hungry, ‘cause this ain’t your average backyard cookout. We’re talkin’ two full days of slow-smoked glory, where the pits are hot, the bark is barkin’, and the brisket’s so tender it’ll make a grown cowboy cry.
For one unforgettable weekend, 16 of the best BBQ joints in the country are settin’ up shop right here in Temple, Texas. From local legends to big-name brisket bosses, these pitmasters are haulin’ in their wood, their secrets, and their smoky goodness for a one-time-only showdown of flavor.
Here’s who’s bringin’ the heat:
B4 Barbeque • Bar-A-BBQ • Brick Vault Brewery & Barbecue • Edge Craft Barbecue • Fork Grove Barbecue • Hill City Chop House • Meat Mitch Barbecue • Miller’s Smokehouse • Olmos BBQ • Owens & Hull • Panther City BBQ • Rossler’s Blue Cord Barbecue • Schoepf’s BBQ • Southern Smoke BBQ • The Original Roy Hutchins Barbecue • Victorian’s Barbecue
That’s Texas, Kansas City, Memphis, Carolina, and everywhere in between—all comin’ together for one big, beautiful mess of smoke, sauce, and Southern hospitality.
So ditch your dinner plans, cancel that diet, and get yourself to Temple for Tanglefoot. This is the kind of BBQ experience folks write country songs about.
Festival App
Y’all don’t wanna wander ‘round lost like a cow in a cornfield. The Tanglefoot Festival app is your pocket-sized guide to everything happenin’ in Temple, Texas. Music, barbecue, and good times—right at your fingertips.
- Plan Your Visit – Snag your tickets, find a place to lay your head, and get travel tips so you can roll into town ready.
- Lineup & Performers – See who’s pickin’, singin’, and keepin’ the party goin’.
- BBQ & Food – Hunt down the best brisket, ribs, and festival eats without missin’ a beat.
- Experiences & Vendors – From games to local goods, discover all the little extras that make Tanglefoot more than just a music fest.
Downtown Temple, Texas
Discover the vibrant heart of Temple, Texas at MLK Festival Grounds, a prime location in Central Texas that features expansive green spaces and state-of-the-art facilities.
Nestled just steps from downtown, the MLK Festival Grounds are more than just a place to gather—they’re where Temple comes to life. With wide-open green spaces, a walkable layout, and a backdrop of local charm, it’s the perfect setting for a weekend of music, barbecue, and celebration.
301 South 4th Street, Temple, Texas 76501
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Ready to Tangle?
Comin’ in from outta town? We’ve got you covered with places to stay, how to get here, and things to do while you’re in Temple. Make a weekend out of it—Tanglefoot style!
