DUB CITY BARBECUE 2026
Philadelphia's favorite summer barbecue is back!
Join us this July 4th at One Art Community Center in West Philadelphia for a full day of live music, DJs, community, art, food, and summer vibes. From noon until midnight, we'll be celebrating Independence Day the Dubsnacks way with an incredible lineup of artists, immersive experiences, and all-American barbecue energy.
Featuring
Andy Frasco & The U.N.
Dale and the ZDubs
Red Meat Conspiracy
Mini Mums Acoustic Band
Chris Karns
DJ Throwdown
Mighty Mike Saga
Trowl B2B Della
Siroch
SIRINA
Dubsnacks DJs & Friends
Food & Drinks
Enjoy barbecue specials fresh off the grill, cold beverages, and a variety of food options available throughout the day.
Art & Experiences
• Craft vendors
• Live painters
• Fire performers
• Flow artists
• Interactive art
• Community gathering spaces
Event Information
• Gates Open: 11:30 AM
• Music: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
• 18+ to Enter
• 21+ with Valid ID to Drink
• Re-entry Allowed Until 6:00 PM
• No Re-entry After 6:00 PM
Stay Comfortable
July in Philadelphia can be hot, sunny, and unpredictable. We encourage guests to come prepared with water, shade, and anything that helps you stay cool and comfortable throughout the day.
Allowed Items
• Folding camp chairs
• Small umbrellas for sun or rain
• Ponchos
• Inflatable wind loungers
• Hand fans
• Small handheld battery-powered fans
• Sunscreen
• Hats
• Empty reusable water bottles
• Empty hydration packs
• Factory-sealed water (up to 1 gallon per person)
• Flow toys
• Personal prescription medications in original labeled containers
Free water refill stations will be available on-site, and bottled water will also be available for purchase.
Prohibited Items
• Weapons of any kind
• Fireworks
• Nitrous tanks or canisters
• Illegal substances or drug paraphernalia
• Outside food or beverages*
• Laser pointers
• Unauthorized vending or sales
• Professional cameras or recording equipment without prior approval
• Personal fire props or fire performance equipment without prior approval
• Squirt guns
• Glass containers
• Tampering with stages, fencing, or event infrastructure
• Vandalism or graffiti
Smoking
Smoking is permitted in designated smoking areas.
Community Expectations
Be kind. Be respectful. Look out for one another.
Dub City Barbecue is a community-centered event built around music, art, and connection. Unwanted touching, harassment, hateful behavior, excessive intoxication, or actions that endanger other attendees may result in removal from the event without refund.
Security, safety staff, and medical personnel will be present throughout the event.
Please help us keep One Art Community Center beautiful by cleaning up after yourself and leaving no trace.
Important Notice
All bags are subject to search upon entry.
By purchasing a ticket and entering the event, attendees acknowledge that participation is voluntary and at their own risk. Dubsnacks LLC, One Art Community Center, Dub City Barbecue, event staff, contractors, and affiliated entities are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property, or for injuries, illnesses, accidents, or other incidents that may occur during the event.
*Guests with medical dietary restrictions may contact event organizers in advance regarding accommodations. Food options for common dietary restrictions will be available for purchase on-site.
