May 23 - May 24, 2026

Get ready for the return of lip-smackin' BBQ, incredible brews, and smokin' hot tunes. Memorial Weekend 2026, May 23-24.
Ko-Kwel Casino Resort’s Annual BBQ, Blues & Brews on the Bay has grown into one of Resort’s most attended events. Finger-lickin' good barbecue, hand-crafted beers, and smokin’ hot tunes at the BBQ, Blues & Brews on the Bay, Memorial Day Weekend.
Whether you’re a grill master or just love to eat great barbecue, this event is for you.

For the 13th Year, Ko-Kwel Casino Resort brings you finger-lickin' good barbeque for a Kansas City Barbecue Society Sanctioned Event, bringing the best grill masters and teams together, vying for the title of Grand Champion! See the schedule below for tasting times!
Details Coming Soon on Ticket Prices and Schedules of Events
Smokin’ hot tunes from some of the best blues musicians throughout both days. After grabbing some BBQ and a Brew, stop in the music tent to hear these great bands! See schedule below for times and bands.
At each of the three beer stations, guests will be able to buy a commemorative logo’d pint cup for $10, or $18 for a cup and a 16oz beer pour of their choice. Full size 16oz beers on tap are $9 and sample size 5oz beer is $4. A selection of wine will also be available for purchase with cash or card.

13th Annual BBQ, Blues & Brews
Saturday & Sunday, May 23 – 24, 2026
Details Coming Soon