BBQ, Bands & Brew Festival in Fort Myers

Live Music, BBQ Delights, and Family Fun for a Good Cause

On Sunday, March 30, 2025, the BBQ, Bands & Brew took place at the Caloosa Sound Amphitheater in Fort Myers. Organized by Lee BIA Builders Care, the 14th annual fundraising festival attracted over 3,000 attendees and raised more than $114,000 to provide free construction and repair services for elderly and disabled residents in Lee County.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Caloosa Sound Amphitheater, 2101 Edwards Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Admission: $10 in advance, $15 at the gate; children under 12 free

BBQ Competition & Winners

Southwest Florida's top BBQ teams competed for the title of “Best BBQ in Town.” The 2025 winners were:

Best Overall BBQ: Herb’s BBQ and Rubs
People’s Choice: Big Smoke BBQ & Catering
Best Chicken: Herb’s BBQ and Rubs
Best Pork & Ribs: Gator Creek BBQ Company
Best Brisket: Herb’s BBQ and Rubs
Best Side Dish: Not Your Mama’s Kitchen

Music & Entertainment

Performances by Riverside, Soapy Tuna, and the Ben Allen Band energized the crowd. Family-friendly activities included:

Cornhole tournament
Rock climbing wall
Children’s play area with bounce house, balloon artists, face painting, and games

Community & Sponsors

The festival was presented by All Star Equipment Rentals & Sales. Major sponsors included Blue Water Construction, City of Fort Myers, and Luminary Hotel & Co.. All proceeds directly benefit local Builders Care projects.