Smoke & Oak: The Final Golden Hour of Summer

As the sun begins to set over Downtown Long Beach, Smoke & Oak invites you to experience an unforgettable evening where incredible food, premium whiskey, live music, and community come together.

Produced by Axiom Productions, Smoke & Oak is the premium sister festival to the award-winning Long Beach BBQ Festival, offering a more intimate, all-inclusive culinary experience designed for food lovers and whiskey enthusiasts alike.

This year, Smoke & Oak transforms Promenade Square Park and The Promenade through the heart of Downtown Long Beach, creating a walkable culinary experience where every stop offers something new to discover.

Enjoy unlimited tastings from talented pitmasters and chefs, premium whiskey experiences, craft cocktails, live music, and beautifully curated lounge spaces designed for relaxing, connecting, and celebrating the final golden hour of summer.

Whether you’re discovering your next favorite pitmaster, sipping exceptional whiskey, or simply enjoying the atmosphere under the glow of string lights, Smoke & Oak is an experience meant to be savored.

Your Experience Includes

• Unlimited culinary tastings from participating chefs and pitmasters

• Premium whiskey experiences (Full Experience ticket)

• Live music throughout the evening

• Craft cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase

• Beautiful lounge areas and gathering spaces

• A walkable culinary experience throughout Promenade Square Park and The Promenade in Downtown Long Beach

Join us on Saturday, September 5, 2026, for an evening celebrating craftsmanship, flavor, and the people who make Southern California’s food culture so special.

Dinner. Drinks. Sunset. Repeat.