OUT AND ABOUT
In addition to our restaurant locations in Evanston and Avondale you can find us at Booth 312 in Soldier Field, plus our food trucks pop up at farmers markets, concerts and art festivals all over the city. Come and find us!
Spoonfest 2026
Catch Soul & Smoke's Chicago BBQ food truck at this year's Spoonfest on Friday, May 8, from 11 AM to 4 PM, or until sold-out at Northwestern University.
Food Truck at Sauced Market (Day 1)
Catch Soul & Smoke’s iconic food truck at Sauce Market outside Half Acre Beer Co from 5 PM to 10 PM on Friday, May. 8 at Ignite Glass Studio this year.
Northbrook Art in the Park (Day 1)
Enjoy Chicago's best BBQ and soul food from Soul & Smoke's iconic foodtruck in Northbrook for one weekend only at Art in the Park on Saturday, May. 9 from 10 AM to 5 PM.
Food Truck at Sauced Market (Day 2)
Catch Soul & Smoke’s iconic food truck at Sauce Market outside Half Acre Beer Co from 5 PM to 10 PM on Saturday, May. 9 at Ignite Glass Studio this year.
Northbrook Art in the Park (Day 2)
Enjoy Chicago's best BBQ and soul food from Soul & Smoke's iconic foodtruck in Northbrook for one weekend only at Art in the Park on Saturday, May. 9 from 10 AM to 5 PM.
Wayfair Sip and Shop
Join Chef D'Andre Carter on Thursday, May 14 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Wayfair Store for a grilling-themed evening. RSVP required. Limited pots.
Lincoln Roscoe Art Fair (Day 1)
Enjoy art, culture, and local talents while savoring famous BBQ and signature sides from Soul & Smoke’s food truck at Lincoln Roscoe Art Fair this Saturday, May. 16 from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Dillo Day
Celebrate Dillo Day, a Northwestern tradition and the largest student-run music festival in the United States this year on Saturday, May 16 from 12PM to 11PM with your favorite Chicago BBQ smoked fresh from Soul & Smoke’s food truck.
Bruno Mars @ Soldier Field (Day 1)
Fuel yourself with Soul & Smoke’s fan-favorite BBQ and iconic sides at Bruno Mars, “The Romantic Tour” on Saturday, May 16, 7:30 P.M. at Soldier Field.
Lincoln Roscoe Art Fair (Day 2)
Enjoy art, culture, and local talents while savoring famous BBQ and signature sides from Soul & Smoke’s food truck at Lincoln Roscoe Art Fair this Sunday , May. 17 from 10 AM to 5 PM.
Bruno Mars @ Soldier Field (Day 2)
Fuel yourself with Soul & Smoke’s fan-favorite BBQ and iconic sides at Bruno Mars, “The Romantic Tour” on Sunday, May 17, 7:30 P.M. at Soldier Field.
Mayfestiversary (Day 1)
Come enjoy juicy BBQ and signature sides from Soul & Smoke’s food truck at Mayvestiversary 2026 in the Ravenswood Corridor on Saturday, May. 23 from 11 AM to 10 PM.
Mayfestiversary (Day 2)
Come enjoy juicy BBQ and signature sides from Soul & Smoke’s food truck at Mayvestiversary 2026 in the Ravenswood Corridor on Sunday, May. 24 from 11 AM to 9 PM.
Walk & Roll Chicago
Run for a good cause, and recharge with the best BBQ from Soul & Smoke’s food truck at this year’s Walk & Roll Chicago in the upper Hutchinson Field, Grant Park, Chicago on Saturday, May. 30. Run begins at 10 AM.
Mosaic Fest
Enjoy BBQ from Soul & Smoke and drinks from Revolution Brewing at the 2026 Mosaic Fest on Sunday, May 31, from 11 AM to 6 PM.
Pride in the Park
Enjoy juicy BBQ from Soul & Smoke’s food truck at this year’s Pride in the Park at Hodges Park in Park Ridge on Friday, Jun. 5, from 4 PM to 8 PM.
USA Vs Germany Soccer Game
Soccer and BBQ? Yes, please! Find your favorite BBQ in Chicago from Soul & Smoke on Saturday, June 6 before the 1:30 P.M. game ! Find us at Booth 312.
Rock the Garden
Join us for a low-key evening with friends and neighbors and enjoy live music at Rock the Garden on Thursday, Jun. 11, from 5 PM to 8 PM in the beautiful Community House garden in Winnetka.
Morgan Wallen @ Soldier Field (Day 1)
Fuel yourself with Soul & Smoke’s BBQ and iconic sides at Morgan Wallen: Still The Problem Tour at Soldier Field on Friday, Jun 19! Find us and all your trustworthy favorites at Booth 312
Morgan Wallen @ Soldier Field (Day 2)
Fuel yourself with Soul & Smoke’s BBQ and iconic sides at Morgan Wallen: Still The Problem Tour at Soldier Field on Saturday, Jun 20! Find us and all your trustworthy favorites at Booth 312
Kenilworth Assembly Hall Food Truck Mondays
Soul & Smoke's food truck will participate in the Kenilworth Assembly Hall Food Truck Monday on June 22 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
Movie in the Park: Food Truck Fest
Get a taste of Soul & Smoke, Chicago’s favorite BBQ food truck, at a special Food Truck Fest-themed night at Movie in the Park in Evanston on Friday, Jun. 26. Food service at 5:30 PM.
No Kid Hungry: Chicago's Taste of the Nation
Visit Soul & Smoke’s chef station at this year’s No Kid Hungry: Chicago Taste of the Nation at Rockwell on the River on Friday, June 26, from 6 PM to 9 PM.
Ed Sheeran: Loop
Treat yourself to Soul & Smoke BBQ and iconic sides at Ed Sheeran: Loop Tour at Soldier Field on Saturday, June 27! Find us and your all-time favorites at Booth 312.
Glencoe Fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day weekend on Glencoe beach with frieworks and Soul & Smoke's BBQ food truck on Friday, Jul. 3 from 5 PM to 9 PM.
Highland Park Fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day weekend at the Preserve in Highland Park with Soul & Smoke's BBQ food truck on Friday, Jul. 3 from 5:30 PM to 10 PM.
Starlight Concert Series
Enjoy music under the stars and treats from Soul & Smoke’s BBQ food truck at Harbert-Payne Park in Evanston on Tuesday, July 7, from 5:.30 PM to 9 PM.
Windy City Smokeout 2026
Taste Soul & Smoke's crowd favorites at the 2026 Windy City Smokeout at the United Center! Our tent will be open during the hours below:
July 10 2 pm to 10 pm
July 11 2 pm 10 pm
July 12 1 pm-10 pm
July 13 1 pm-10 pm
Downtown Summer Sounds: Jul. 9
We’re back for another season of Downtown Summer Sounds at Evanston’s Fountain Square! Join us on Thursday, July 9, from 5 to 8 PM with Trabuco Salsa Band.
Downtown Summer Sounds: Jul. 16
Join us on Thursday, July 16, from 5 to 8 PM with Chicken Bone at Fountain Square in Evanston.
Downtown Summer Sounds: Jul. 23
Join us on Thursday, July 23, from 5 to 8 PM with Joel Paterson Swing Quartet at Fountain Square in Evanston.
Glencoe Al Fresco
Celebrate art, music, and food at Glencoe Al Fresco! Enjoy BBQ and signature sides from Soul & Smoke’s food truck on Friday, July 24 from 5 to 7 PM.
Karol G
Treat yourself to Soul & Smoke BBQ and signature sides at Karol G’s global tour at Soldier Field on Friday, July 24! Find us and your all-time favorites at Booth 312.
Downtown Summer Sounds: Jul. 30
Join us on Thursday, July 30, from 5 to 8 PM with Mixx Company Band at Fountain Square in Evanston.
Downtown Summer Sounds: Aug. 6
Join us on Thursday, Aug. 6, from 5 to 8 PM with Alongside Harold at Fountain Square in Evanston.
Foo Fighters: TAKE COVER TOUR 2026
Treat yourself to Soul & Smoke BBQ and signature sides at Foo Fighters: TAKE COVER tour at Soldier Field on Saturday, Aug. 8! Find us and your all-time favorites at Booth 312.
Kenilworth Assembly Hall Food Truck Mondays
Soul & Smoke's food truck will participate in the Kenilworth Assembly Hall Food Truck Monday on Aug 10 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
Downtown Summer Sounds: Aug. 13
Join us on Thursday, Aug. 13, from 5 to 8 PM with Funkadesi, featuring Pavithra Anand at Fountain Square in Evanston.
Food Truck at Begyle Brewery
On Saturday, July 12 Soul & Smoke will be parked outside the taproom and serving the boldest, highest-quality barbecue, comfort, and soul food around! Stop in for brisket, ribs, pulled pork with all the fixin's!
2 pm till sell out.
Plus, enjoy $5 pints of Blinded by the Lite.
Printers Row Art Fest (Day 1)
Stop by our tent at this year’s Printers Row Art Fest on Saturday & Sunday, Aug. 15 and 16, from 10 AM to 5 PM for some juicy BBQ and signature sides! You need the energy to shop local art.
Printers Row Art Fest (Day 2)
Stop by our tent at this year’s Printers Row Art Fest on Saturday & Sunday, Aug. 15 and 16, from 10 AM to 5 PM for some juicy BBQ and signature sides! You need the energy to shop local art.
Downtown Summer Sounds: Aug. 20
Join us on Thursday, Aug. 20, from 5 to 8 PM with The Windy City Ramblers at Fountain Square in Evanston.
Evanston Art & Big Fork (Day 1)
Stop by Soul & Smoke's BBQ food truck for juicy smoked meats and signature sides at Evanston Art & Big Frork on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 11 AM to 6 PM.
Evanston Art & Big Fork (Day 2)
Stop by Soul & Smoke's BBQ food truck for juicy smoked meats and signature sides at Evanston Art & Big Frork on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 11 AM to 6 PM.
Downtown Summer Sounds: Aug. 27
Join us on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 5 to 8 PM with Jake Sanders Quintet at Fountain Square in Evanston for this year’s Downtown Summer Sounds.
BTS World Tour
Treat yourself to Soul & Smoke BBQ and signature sides at the historic BTS World Tour at Soldier Field on Aug. 27 & 28! Find us and your all-time favorites at Booth 312. Doors at 6 PM.
2026 Chef's Table
This year's 47th Annual Chef's Table presented by Home Grown Program supported by Sysco, 8 Hospitality and Illinois Pork Producers Association will take place at Rockwell on the River on Thursday, April 23. Hundreds of industry leaders will gather for an elegant evening with a nautical twist, benefiting the IRA’s Educational Foundation.
Food Truck at Skinbone Comedy Show
The stage will also feature Chicago’s own Future of Chicago, Naim Matthews, Forever Band, and KingPinRue, all in the building and bringing the vibes. Soul & Smoke, one of Chicago’s best BBQ spots, will be serving food on site. Show starts at 7 PM, tickets are $21.
Food Truck at Skinbone Comedy Show
The stage will also feature Chicago’s own Future of Chicago, Naim Matthews, Forever Band, and KingPinRue, all in the building and bringing the vibes. Soul & Smoke, one of Chicago’s best BBQ spots, will be serving food on site. Show starts at 7 PM, tickets are $21.
First Bites Bash 2026
The official kick-off event for Chicago Restaurant Week, First Bites Bash is an all-inclusive tasting event produced by Choose Chicago that showcases the city’s award-winning restaurant scene. Guests can enjoy gourmet bites from acclaimed Chicago restaurants; sip wine, beer, and spirits from top brands; and explore select museum exhibits after hours.
Bears V Browns
Cheer for the Chicago Bears with some juicy BBQ from Soul & Smoke! Come find us at Booth 314.
Bears V Steelers
Cheer for the Chicago Bears with some juicy BBQ from Soul & Smoke! Come find us at Booth 313.
Gourmand Gala
Soul & Smoke is excited to partner with Culinary Care at the Gourmand Gala on Nov. 13 from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Union Station.
Bears V NY Giants
Cheer for the Chicago Bears with some juicy BBQ from Soul & Smoke! Come find us at Booth 312.
Bears V. New Orleans
Cheer for the Chicago Bears with some juicy BBQ from Soul & Smoke! Come find us at Booth 312.
Evanston Mashup
Soul & Smoke returns to Evanston’s largest food and leadership event, Evanston Mashups in 2025. Come see us on Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.!
Octoberfestiversary
Oktoberfestiversary returns! Begyle Brewing and Dovetail Brewery are hosting their annual Fall party! Join us in celebrating Chicago’s coolest season and the 13th anniversary of Begyle Brewing, with food trucks, live music, and of course, lots of beer!
Octoberfestiversary
Oktoberfestiversary returns! Begyle Brewing and Dovetail Brewery are hosting their annual Fall party! Join us in celebrating Chicago’s coolest season and the 13th anniversary of Begyle Brewing, with food trucks, live music, and of course, lots of beer!
Northwestern Football Home Game
Cheer for the Northwestern Wildcats with some juicy BBQ from Soul & Smoke at the home game on Oct. 4th. Doors at 1 p.m.
Daly Plaza Food Truck Fest
Soul & Smoke’s iconic food truck will participate in the beloved Chi Food Truck Fest on Friday, Oct.3, hosted by The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP). Come grab some juicy BBQ and our iconic Mac between 11 am and 3pm.
Bike The Ridge
Come find our food truck at Bike the Ridge 2025 on Sunday, Sept. 28 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and bike repairs at Ridgeville Park, 908 Seward St.
Bears v Cowboys
Cheer for the Chicago Bears with some juicy BBQ from Soul & Smoke! Come find us at Booth 312.
Taste of Evanston
Indulge in the best BBQ in Evanston at this year's Taste of Evanston at Charles Gates Dawes House on 225 Greenwood St on Sunday, Sept. 21 from 3 to 6 p.m.
Clink & Sip Festival
Come find Soul & Smoke at this year’s Clink & Sip Festival at Morgan Manufacturing on Sunday, Sept. 21st.
Food Truck at Begyle Brewery
On Saturday, September 20, Soul & Smoke will be parked outside the taproom and serving the boldest, highest-quality barbecue, comfort, and soul food around! Stop in for brisket, ribs, pulled pork with all the fixin's!
2 pm till sell out.
Plus, enjoy $5 pints of Blinded by the Lite.
Premier Soccer League
Soccer fans? Two big games are coming up on Wednesday, July 30th!
Everton vs. West Ham United – 5:30pm CT
Manchester United vs. AFC Bournemouth – 8:30pm CT
We will be serving up juicy smoked meats and hearty soul food at Booth 312 from 5:30 pm to 10 pm.
Evanston Summer Sounds
Find Soul & Smoke's BBQ food truck at Evanston Summer Sounds on Thursday, July 24, from 5:30 to 8pm. Savor in our juicy briskets while you enjoy the free community concert.
Out of Space Music Festival
Find Soul & Smoke’s food truck at this year’s Out of Space Music Festival in Skokie’s Illinois Science & Technology Park from July 24 thru 27, 5 to 10 pm daily.
Food Truck at Begyle Brewery
On Saturday, September 20, Soul & Smoke will be parked outside the taproom and serving the boldest, highest-quality barbecue, comfort, and soul food around! Stop in for brisket, ribs, pulled pork with all the fixin's!
2 pm till sell out.
Plus, enjoy $5 pints of Blinded by the Lite.
BlackPink Concert
Recharge your energy so you can keep cheering for your favorite K-POP idol! Soul & Smoke will bring Chicago’s best BBQ to Blackpink’s “DEADLINE” world tour - Chicago stop on Friday, July. 18th.
We will be serving up juicy smoked meats and hearty soul food at Booth 312 from 5 pm to 11 pm.
Evanston Summer Sounds
Find Soul & Smoke's BBQ food truck at Evanston Summer Sounds on Thursday, July 17, from 5:30 to 8pm. Savor in our juicy briskets while you enjoy the free community concert.
Bar Sótano Patio Cocktail Showdown
Join us for Bar Sotano's cocktail showdown on Sunday, July 13th from 3:30 to 6:30 pm and pair your favorite cocktail with our ribs, briskets, pulled pork, and soul food sides!
Daly Plaza Food Truck Fest
Soul & Smoke’s iconic food truck will participate in the beloved Chi Food Truck Fest on Friday, July 11, hosted by The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP). Come grab some juicy BBQ and our iconic Mac between 11 am and 3pm.
Premier Lacross League Throwback Weekend
Replenish your energy at the Premier Lacross League Throwback Weekend at Northwestern University with Soul & Smoke’s BBQ food truck! We will be on site both days from 4pm to 11pm.
FOOD TRUCK AT SKOKIE FIREWORKS
Get a bite from Chicago’s best BBQ on wheels from Soul & Smoke’s food truck this July 4th at Niles West Highschool in Skokie.
FOOD TRUCK AT WINNETKA FIREWORKS
Get a bite from Chicago’s best BBQ on wheels from Soul & Smoke’s food truck this July 4th at Duke Childs' Field in Winnetka.