22/04/2026
❤️ A Heartfelt Thank You & Important Update on BBQ on the River 2026 ❤️
As we look ahead to September 2026 and the 32nd Annual BBQ on the River, we want to take a moment to simply say—thank you.
Because of your attendance and support, the 2025 festival was an incredible success. Together, we raised $364,189.59 last year, bringing our four-year total to nearly $1.4 MILLION in support of local and regional nonprofits. That impact is only possible because of YOU.
Over the past four years, it has been such an honor to work alongside our amazing vendors, sponsors, community partners, and attendees. You truly are the heart of this festival, and the relationships we’ve built mean more than we can fully express.
In December 2025, Paducah Main Street—supported by the City of Paducah—approached us about transitioning leadership of BBQ on the River. Since then, we’ve been working behind the scenes with the City to help ensure a smooth and intentional handoff as they prepare to lead the festival moving forward.
This decision was not made lightly. BBQ on the River has meant so much to us, and serving as its steward over the past four years has been one of our greatest honors. Beautiful Paducah began planning our first BBQ on the River in April 2022, and we truly can’t wait to see what the next team does with this incredible event.
Our priority has always been—and will always be—the long-term health of this festival and the success of the nonprofits, vendors, and partners who make it so special.
We are deeply grateful for your trust, your support, and the role you’ve played in helping BBQ on the River thrive. We are confident the festival is in great hands and will continue to serve our community for many years to come.
From the bottom of our hearts—thank you for being part of this journey with us! ❤️...
We ask that all 2026 BBQ on the River correspondence going forward be directed to the following Paducah Main Street contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 270-349-9887
