Chicago's Soul & Smoke shows off flavor at 2026 Windy City Smokeout BBQ

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Country music, barbecue, and summertime fun are all coming to Chicago in July.

Grab your cowboy hats, and bring your appetite, for the return of Windy City Smokeout!

The five-day festival is taking over Chicago's United Center, with music from top country artists and award-winning barbecue.

Chef D'Andre Carter, one of the co-owners of Soul & Smoke joined ABC7 Chicago with a taste of what's to come.

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