Get ready for two action-packed days of live fire cooking, craft beer, and country music as SizzleFest 2026 returns for its 6th annual festival on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th September 2026! Hosted by SoCal BBQ Shop at their Millbrook venue in Southampton, this premier BBQ celebration brings together top UK pitmasters, leading barbecue brands, free food samplings down BBQ Alley, and live stage performances from prominent Country artists.
SizzleFest 2026 Dates & Opening Times
Operating schedule across the two-day festival at SoCal BBQ Shop:
- Friday 11th September 2026: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Live Country music kick-off evening).
- Saturday 12th September 2026: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM (12 hours of live-fire cooking, stage demos, competitions, and evening music).
- BBQ Alley Free Taster Hours: Complimentary food samplings run from 11:00 AM until 6:00 PM on Saturday.
SizzleFest 2026 Ticket Prices & Packages
Complete breakdown of entry options, day passes, and VIP tiers:
- Friday Night Live Country Music Ticket: £12.50 (£10.00 + £2.50 booking fee). Entry from 6:00 PM.
- Friday Night Child Pass (Ages 5–15): £7.50 (£5.00 + £2.50 booking fee).
- Saturday Full Day Ticket (11:00 AM – 11:00 PM): Access to BBQ Alley free tasters until 6:00 PM, chef demos, stage competitions, and late-night Country music.
- Saturday Afternoon / Half Day Ticket (4:00 PM – 11:00 PM): £27.50 (£25.00 + £2.50 booking fee). Entry for evening food vendors and live music.
- Saturday Full Day Child Pass (Ages 5–15): £17.50 (£15.00 + £2.50 booking fee).
- Weekend Pass (Fri + Sat Full Entry): £51.50 (£49.00 + £2.50 booking fee). Covers full access across both days. (Early Bird Weekend: £42.50).
- Weekend Child Pass (Ages 5–15): £20.00 (£17.50 + £2.50 booking fee).
- Friday Night VIP Package (Min 6 people): £41.50 per person (£39.00 + £2.50 booking fee). Includes Friday entry, dedicated drinks cooler, and catered food.
- Saturday VIP Package (Min 6 people): £131.50 per person (£129.00 + £2.50 booking fee). Includes Saturday day entry, reserved table, drinks cooler, and catered food.
SizzleFest 2026 Line-Up & Highlights
Attractions, live music, and foodie experiences happening during SizzleFest:
- BBQ Alley Tasters: Free food sampling from leading UK BBQ brands and pitmasters (Saturday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM).
- Main Stage & Fire Stage Demos: Live butchery workshops, grilling masterclasses, and cooking demonstrations hosted by leading UK BBQ chefs.
- Live Country Music Showcase: Stage performances from top UK Country music artists throughout Friday evening and all day Saturday until 11:00 PM.
- Street Food Vendors & Craft Bar: Hand-picked barbecue vendors serving brisket, ribs, and fire-cooked specialties alongside local craft beers, cocktails, and full bar menus.
- Interactive Competitions: Audience challenges and eating/cooking contests with BBQ equipment and prizes to be won.
How to Get to SoCal BBQ Shop
Travel options to the venue located at Third Avenue, Millbrook, Southampton (SO15 0JX):
- By Car: Located off the A33 (Millbrook Road West) in the Millbrook Industrial Estate area. Easily accessible from the M271 and M27 junctions via Third Avenue.
- By Train: Millbrook (Hants) Railway Station is the closest local station, approximately a 15-minute walk away. Southampton Central Railway Station is a 5-to-10-minute taxi ride from the venue.
- By Bus: Bluestar bus routes serving Millbrook Road West and First Avenue stop within short walking distance of Third Avenue.
SizzleFest Parking Information
Parking arrangements for event visitors:
- On-Site & Local Industrial Estate Parking: Limited parking is available within the SoCal BBQ Shop premises and along surrounding roads in the Millbrook Industrial Estate area. Visitors are encouraged to use public transport or local taxi services if planning to enjoy drinks from the craft bar.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is SizzleFest 2026 taking place?
- SizzleFest 2026 runs over two days from Friday 11th September (6:00 PM – 11:00 PM) to Saturday 12th September 2026 (11:00 AM – 11:00 PM).
- Where is SizzleFest hosted in Southampton?
- The festival is held at SoCal BBQ Shop, located at Third Avenue, Millbrook Industrial Estate, Southampton (SO15 0JX).
- What is included in the Saturday ticket?
- Saturday Full Day ticket holders get 12 hours of entry, access to free food tasters down BBQ Alley until 6:00 PM, live chef masterclasses, stage competitions, and evening Country music until 11:00 PM.
- How much are tickets for SizzleFest?
- Friday Night tickets start from £12.50 (£7.50 for kids), Saturday passes range from £27.50 to full day tickets, and Weekend Passes are £51.50 (£20.00 for kids). VIP group packages are also available.
- Is parking available at SoCal BBQ Shop?
- Limited parking is available on-site and along surrounding roads in the Millbrook Industrial Estate area. Attendees planning to enjoy the craft bar are encouraged to use public transport or local taxis.