Historic Northwest BBQ Brews & Blues
Historic Northwest BBQ Brews & Blues Returns to West Palm Beach
Get ready for an evening of smoky barbecue, cold craft brews, live blues, and family fun when the 11th Annual Historic Northwest BBQ Brews & Blues returns to Heart & Soul Park in West Palm Beach on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
The outdoor community celebration runs from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and features live music, food trucks, local vendors, contests, prizes, a Kids Zone, and more. Best of all, general admission is free.
Event Details
Historic Northwest BBQ Brews & Blues
📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Heart & Soul Park
825 N. Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
🎟️ General Admission: Free
Live Music
The evening will feature two main-stage performances:
- 🎶 Derek Mack Band: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- 🎸 Selwyn Birchwood: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
West Palm Beach’s own Derek Mack Band will kick things off with a mix of R&B, soul, funk, pop, and crowd favorites. Headliner Selwyn Birchwood will close out the night with his high-energy blend of blues, funk, rock, and Southern soul.
BBQ, Brews & Family Fun
In addition to the live music, guests can enjoy:
- 🍖 BBQ favorites and food trucks
- 🍺 Craft brews
- 🛍️ Local vendors
- 🏆 Contests and prizes
- 👧 Kids Zone
- 🚒 First Responder Grill Drill, featuring local first responders battling it out on the grill
The event is designed as a family-friendly celebration of the Historic Northwest neighborhood, bringing together great food, music, and community.
Optional VIP Upgrades
General admission is free, but guests looking for an upgraded experience have two ticketed options.
Sunset Lounge VIP Experience — $50 per person, plus fees
VIP guests can cool off inside an exclusive air-conditioned lounge with:
- 2 complimentary drink tickets
- Unlimited water and soda
- Live entertainment by Kat Riggins
- Indoor restroom access
- Entry into a raffle for a chance to win a Meet & Greet with Selwyn Birchwood
Craft Beer Tasting — $20 per person, plus fees
The Beer Garden tasting experience includes:
- 5 craft beer samples
- Souvenir tasting cup
- An opportunity to sample and compare a variety of craft beers
A West Palm Beach Tradition
Historic Northwest BBQ Brews & Blues has become a popular annual celebration combining live blues, local food, craft beer, and community activities in one of West Palm Beach’s historic neighborhoods.
Come hungry, bring the family, and enjoy a Saturday evening filled with BBQ, blues, brews, and plenty of community spirit.
