SeaWorld Orlando has announced the grand return of its fan-favorite summer event, Bands, Brew & BBQ, spanning eight weekends from July 5 (or July 6) through August 24*. The festival promises a vibrant mix of live music, delicious BBQ, and refreshing drinks, all included with regular park admission .

🔥 What to Expect

Live Music Lineup – Held in the air-conditioned Nautilus Theater, the concerts feature a curated mix of country and rock tributes as well as live acts. Highlights include:

  • July 12: Journey Tribute

  • July 13: Joe Nichols

  • July 19: Toby Keith Tribute

  • July 20: Blue Öyster Cult

  • July 26: Jason Aldean Tribute

  • July 27: Dokken

  • Aug 2: Bon Jovi Tribute

  • Aug 3: Avery Anna

  • Aug 9: Luke Bryan Tribute

  • Aug 10: LoCash

  • Aug 16: Fleetwood Mac Tribute

  • Aug 17: Fuel & LIT

  • Aug 23: American Stones Tribute

  • Aug 24: Lee Greenwood

VIP and reserved concert seating upgrades are available via SeaWorld’s site.

🍗 Epic Eats & Drinks

SeaWorld ups the ante this season with over 130 food and drink selections, including regional BBQ styles from Kansas City, Memphis, Texas, Carolina—and the park’s signature slow-smoked BBQ

New culinary creations include:

  • BBQ Sundae: pulled pork, mashed potatoes, beans, coleslaw, cherry tomatoes, and onion straws

  • Smoked Chicken Taco, Smoked Pretzel-wrapped Bratwurst, Southern Smoked Turkey Collard Greens, and Corn Rib

Drink offerings range from craft beers to inventive cocktails:

  • Cocktails: Frozen Sangria, Pub Grub Old Fashioned, Royal Rush, Kansas City Smash, Orange Mojito

  • Craft Beers: Florida Avenue’s Big Boy Blue, Brew Bus “You’re My Boy, Blue!”, Ivanhoe Park’s Guavacation Berliner Weisse, 3 Daughters Key Lime Cider

🎟 Tasting Lanyards & Pricing

SeaWorld is offering tasting lanyards to sample the offerings:

  • 5-punch: $45

  • 10-punch: $65

  • Pass Member Special: 12-punch lanyard for the price of 10

🌞 Why It Matters

Combining live concerts, family-friendly park experiences, and culinary highlights, Bands, Brew & BBQ offers unbeatable summer fun—without an extra ticket fee. Guests can enjoy fireworks, animal shows, thrill rides, plus this tasty festival—all under one gate admission

🗓 Dates Reminder

Mark your calendars: July 5 (or 6) – August 24, 2025, weekends only. Concerts typically begin in the early evening, and food booths open mid-afternoon .

SeaWorld Orlando’s Bands, Brew & BBQ is primed to be a top-tier summer destination for music lovers, foodies, and families seeking fun. For concert seating options, menus, and updates, check SeaWorld’s official event page.