Join Us for the 2026 Basin Burnout BBQ Cook-Off & Music Festival – May 2, 2026 – Midland, TX

Date: May 2, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Midland County Horseshoe, Midland, Texas

Event Overview

The Basin Burnout Foundation, in partnership with the Permian Basin Association of Directional Drilling, proudly presents the 9th Annual Basin Burnout BBQ Cook-Off and Music Festival.

This high-energy event brings together the Permian Basin community for a full day of live music, BBQ, and entertainment—headlined by Grammy Award-winning Stone Temple Pilots. Guests will enjoy performances from regional artists, complimentary BBQ tastings from competing teams, and a vibrant exhibitor area.

All proceeds support veteran-focused nonprofit organizations, making your attendance a direct contribution to those who have served our country.

Event Guidelines

Chairs Not Allowed
Blankets Welcome
Service Dogs Only
Clear Bag Policy in Effect
No Outside Food or Drink
Cashless Bar Transactions Only
Wristbands Allow Re-Entry

Ticket Options

General Admission – All-Day Pass | $54

Access to BBQ cook-off, live music all day, evening headliner, and exhibitor area. Includes complimentary BBQ samples.

VIP All-Day Pass | $104

Includes all GA benefits plus standing room access near the stage for the evening headliner.

General Admission – Concert Only | $33

Entry begins at 5:00 PM for the evening concert lineup.

VIP Table (Seats 8) | $2,500

Includes seating near the stage, access to BBQ sampling, VIP area with bar, exhibitor area, and kid activity area. Must be purchased in quantities of 8.

Note: Prices increase on the day of the event. Children under 10 receive free admission.

Event Schedule

12:00 PM – Gates Open (All-Day Pass Holders) / DJ / Cook-Off Stage
2:00 PM – Lane Coffman & The Outliers
3:00 PM – The Pump Handle Vandals
4:00 PM – No Dry County
5:00 PM – Canaan Bryce (Gates Open for Concert-Only Guests)
6:00 PM – BBQ Awards & Veteran Tribute
7:15 PM – Cody Jasper (Amphitheater Stage)
9:00 PM – Stone Temple Pilots (Headliner)

About Basin Burnout Foundation

The Basin Burnout Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to uniting the Permian Basin community in support of military veterans. Proceeds from this annual event directly benefit organizations that provide critical resources and services to veterans and their families.

Important Information

All ticket pricing includes fees (taxes calculated at checkout). Limit of 99 tickets per order.