GrillsGiving: A Celebration of Meat + Music
Net proceeds benefit Residential Energy Assistance Partnership (REAP)
About GrillsGiving
GrillsGiving Fired Up by Bridgewater Consulting Group
All roads lead south, and CPS Energy is heading back to Brooks for the 2025 GrillsGiving BBQ competition at historic Hangar 9 on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from Noon - 6:00 pm.
GrillsGiving is a BBQ competition fundraiser and family-friendly event featuring great food, live music, free parking, community fellowship & more. Teams across the community compete for top honors in brisket, ribs, chicken, and the coveted People’s Choice Award.
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 to those in need.
Sponsorships
Become a sponsor!
Where Flavor Meets Rhythm! Join us at GrillsGiving, the ultimate celebration of meat, music, and community spirit!
Participants and guests enjoy a festival-like atmosphere, including a competitive barbeque cook-off, live music and activities for kids!
Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities!
Please Note: CPS Energy values our vendor partners and the relationships that we have built with them.
If you are considering sponsoring this event or making a donation, please note that your decision whether or not sponsor/donate will not impact any current or future contract sections or awards.
BBQ Teams
Bring Your Skills to the Grill
🔥 Calling All Pitmasters! 🔥
Get ready to fire up the grills and show off your BBQ skills.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or backyard BBQ hero, this is your chance to compete for bragging rights, GrillsGiving pennants, and see if you will be the winner of People Choice: Favorite BBQ and Side Dish —all while supporting families in our community.
Don't wait register today!
Entertainment
Entertainment Line Up
Music By:
Cascara
12:30 - 1:30 pm
Nick Zamora Band
2:00 - 3:00 pm
The Texases:
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Hotel Accommodations
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Brooks
We are pleased to offer a courtesy room block at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Brooks.
Room availability is first-come, first-served. The deadline to secure your room reservation is Wednesday, October 15.
GrillsGiving Tickets
Tickets
Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, September 2, 2025.