CPS Energy 8th Annual BBQ Competition

GrillsGiving Fired Up by

About the Event

Come celebrate with us in the BBQ capital of the country!

GrillsGiving is a tasty event where guests enjoy a festival-like atmosphere, including a competitive barbeque cook-off, live music, free parking, and activities for kids! The San Antonio River and Mission County Park are the perfect backdrop to host this family-friendly event.

Net proceeds from GrillsGiving will benefit the Residential Energy Assistance Partnership (REAP).

About REAP

REAP provides utility assistance to customers and families who are experiencing financial hardship to pay their utility bill. Established in 2002, REAP is a partnership between CPS Energy, the City of San Antonio and Bexar County. REAP provides energy bill assistance up to two times a year and up to $400 to those in need.

DJ Natalie Ledesma 

Finding Friday  

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm 

Finding Friday is a polished, high energy cover band based out of San Antonio. Playing hits from the 70’s – today, Finding Friday takes pride in keeping the audience entertained and the dance floor jam-packed.

With 4 lead vocalists leading the 10-piece band, Finding Friday covers some of the most vocally gifted artists out there such as Journey, Bruno Mars and Earth Wind & Fire, Lizzo to name a few. 

Featuring vocalists Christopher Byrd, Jennifer Espinoza, Patty Lopez and David Garza who deliver stunning vocal performances.

The Joe Panther Band

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm  

Based in the South Texas The Joe Panther band is a modern traditional country music group led by Joe Panther. The Joe Panther Band brings audiences back to a time when country music was pure.

Whether playing originals or covering George Strait, Joe and the band keep the dance floor full and the crowd wanting more.

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