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SUMMARY:Uniquely Union Festival (KCBS)
DESCRIPTION:The Uniquely Union Festival is proudly in its second decade of serving the community and opening our city to guests from near and far. \n\n\n\n After many years as a BBQ cook-off contest\, the Uniquely Union Festival Board felt it was time to expand its reach.  \n\n\n\nOver the years\, the festival saw many changes. Some of those changes included a venue change\, a rebranding (so that the face of our festival would reflect our intent)\, and another change was to expand and diversify. \n\n\n\nIt is our desire that all members of your family can come and find something that appeals to them.  \n\n\n\nDad can come out and participate in the Taster’s Choice portion of the BBQ Cook-Off while Mom shops at the unique specialty shops that line our historic Main Street or one of the merchandise crafters that are on "Specialty Row".  \n\n\n\nThe kids will have plenty to do in their own areas designated especially for them in the Kidz Zone and Teen Zone. \n\n\n\nAre you a music lover?  \n\n\n\nWhat kind of music do you like? You’re in luck!! The festival board is committed to serving up all genres. You can enjoy the headlining concerts that take place on the Main Stage\, as well as an array of Rock\, R&B\, Country and Blues. \n\n\n\nAre you a history buff or maybe an art connoisseur?  \n\n\n\nWell\, we have just the thing for you. You can take advantage of our award-winning local museum that provides free guided tours or our fantastic local Union County Arts Council which displays and sells unique local artists' wares. \n\n\n\nIt all sounds pretty great\, doesn’t it? Are you wondering how much it will cost you?  \n\n\n\nUniquely Union has set itself apart by making it a priority to keep this festival as free as possible. You will not pay an admission fee to attend Uniquely Union\, and you will not pay to see any of the concerts that we bring to the stage. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in participating in the Uniquely Union Festival as a sponsor\, food vendor\, crafter\, or cook-off contestant see the area of the website dedicated to that topic for more information. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay (and more)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nUNION WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/uniquely-union-festival/
LOCATION:Main Street\, Main Street\, Union\, SC\, United States
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SUMMARY:SOOIE Mauldin BBQ Cook-Off (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:SOOIE: Mauldin's BBQ Cook-Off\n\n\n\nProduced by the City of Mauldin\, the annual SOOIE BBQ Cook-Off is a showcase of the heritage of our community including its food and music. \n\n\n\nThe festival features more than 20 cookers from all over the Southeast and includes a BBQ cook-off competition with a panel of certified BBQ judges\, live music\, family activities\, and a relaxing atmosphere.  \n\n\n\nBut make no mistake\, this festival is about the BBQ above all.   \n\n\n\nFocusing on the craft of creating artful BBQ is the primary goal of this festival. We pair this delicious BBQ with music and family – making this the perfect festival to enjoy all that Mauldin has to offer. \n\n\n\nEvents Friday and Saturday\n\n\n\nThe festival opens Friday night with our Anything Butt competition\, where participating cookers serve anything BUTT their BBQ to pique your tastebuds.  \n\n\n\nSliders\, grilled chicken\, smoked cobbler—the only way to know what’s cooking is to come try it for yourself. \n\n\n\nSaturday features the main event\, a BBQ Cook-off competition with a panel of certified BBQ Tasters from the South Carolina Barbeque Association. The public will also have a chance to cast their vote for the best BBQ and the winner of the People’s Choice Award. \n\n\n\nPaired with live music and family fun\, this can’t-miss festival is the perfect pig-out. \n\n\n\nDog and Wallet-Friendly\n\n\n\nThe event is also environmentally conscious\, with attendees encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and/or blankets to the outdoor amphitheater.  \n\n\n\nDogs are allowed on leash\, and attendees are asked to carry disposable bags to pick up any pet droppings. Smoking\, skateboards\, and bicycles are not allowed at this event. \n\n\n\nThe festival is free to attend\, with attendees only having to pay for food and drinks. The pricing for food tickets is $1 each for Friday only\, and Tasting Passes are $10 each for Saturday only.  \n\n\n\nOne tasting pass allows ten samples and one vote for People's Choice. Each sample is 2 oz. of pulled pork. \n\n\n\nAbout Community\n\n\n\nThe Mauldin BBQ Cook-off is more than just a BBQ event; it's a celebration of community\, heritage\, and the love of good food. Whether you're a BBQ enthusiast\, a foodie\, or someone looking for a fun-filled day with family and friends\, the Mauldin BBQ Cook-off is an event worth attending.  \n\n\n\nSo mark your calendars and get ready for a feast of flavor and fun at the Mauldin BBQ Cook-off. \n\n\n\nPlease visit our Sponsor page to see how our community supports this festival and be sure to visit the City of Mauldin and Mauldin Cultural Center websites for more events throughout the year! \n\n\n\nAll proceeds from the Mauldin BBQ Cook-off support local nonprofit organizations. \n\n\n\nWhat To Expect\n\n\n\n A few notes to make your visit a smooth one: \n\n\n\n\nLawn chairs and/or blankets are welcome at the outdoor amphitheater.\n\n\n\nOutside food and beverages are prohibited. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site.\n\n\n\nAttendees must be age 21+ to consume alcohol. An ID and wristband ($1) will be required.\n\n\n\nDogs are allowed on leash. Please carry disposable bags to pick up any pet droppings.\n\n\n\nSmoking\, skateboards\, and bicycles are not allowed at this event.\n\n\n\n\nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nFRIDAY\n\n\n\n6 p.m. | Festival Opens (Anything Butt Competition)*6 p.m. | Kids Zone Opens6 p.m. | Live Music9 p.m. | Festival Closes \n\n\n\n*Note: Food is served only while supplies last. \n\n\n\nSATURDAY\n\n\n\n10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Blood Drive Begins11 a.m. | Festival Opens (BBQ Cook-Off)*11 a.m. | Kids Zone Opens11 a.m. | Music2:30 p.m. | Winners Announced3 p.m. | Festival Closes \n\n\n\n*Note: Food is served only while supplies last. \n\n\n\nCost of Admission\n\n\n\nAdmission\, parking\, live music\, and kids zone are all free – you only have to pay to eat and drink! \n\n\n\nFRIDAY ONLY\n\n\n\nFood Tickets | $1 eachFriday Food Items | 1-5 Tickets \n\n\n\nSATURDAY ONLY\n\n\n\nTasting Passes | $10 eachNote: One tasting pass has ten samples and allows one vote for People’s Choice. Each sample is 2 oz. of pulled pork. \n\n\n\nALL WEEKEND\n\n\n\nDrink Tickets | $1 eachSoft Drinks / Water | 1 ticket eachBeer / Wine | 4-5 tickets each \n\n\n\nThis event is located at the Outdoor Amphitheater behind the Mauldin Cultural Center at 101 E Butler Rd\, Mauldin\, SC 29662. \n\n\n\nParking Info\n\n\n\nALL PARKING IS FREE \n\n\n\nWe recommend parking at the following locations: \n\n\n\n\nMauldin Cultural Center – 101 East Butler Road\n\n\n\nMauldin City Hall – 5 East Butler Road\n\n\n\nMauldin Sports Center – 10 City Center Drive\n\n\n\nMauldin United Methodist Church – 100 East Butler Road\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay (and more)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nMAULDIN WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/city-of-mauldin-bbq-cook-off/
LOCATION:Mauldin Cultural Center\, 101 East Butler Road\, Mauldin\, SC\, 29662\, United States
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SUMMARY:OMAR Bootleggers Backyard BBQ Brawl (SBN)
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to annual OMAR Bootleggers Backyard BBQ Brawl.  \n\n\n\nThe event will be held at the Berkeley Shrine Club in Moncks Corner\, SC. This year’s event will feature a "two meat" category\, Boston butts and pork ribs.  \n\n\n\nThe team receiving the highest number of total points in the butts and ribs events will be declared the Grand Champion and the second-place team will earn the title of Reserve Grand Champion. \n\n\n\nOur grand champion will receive an invitation to compete in the Southern BBQ Network’s (SBN) “Team of the Year” competition. \n\n\n\nThe OMAR Hillbillies will sell food tickets to the public that will be used to purchase samples of the competitors’ entries. \n\n\n\nJudging for the butts and ribs will be held on Saturday morning. Judges will be provided by the Southern BBQ Network (SBN) and judging will begin promptly at 9 am. \n\n\n\nProceeds benefit the Omar Shrine​Contest Organizer: Greg HardeeEmail: hardeegr@homesc.comPhone: ​ (843) 364-5595​​SBN Event Rep: Randy Bouchillon
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/omar-bootleggers-backyard-bbq-brawl/
LOCATION:Berkeley Shrine Club\, 649 Lakeside Dr.\, Moncks Corner\, SC\, 29461\, United States
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SUMMARY:Project Host BBQ Cook-Off & Festival (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:Smokin' at the Field\n\n\n\nIn conjunction with the South Carolina BBQ Association and the City of Greenville\, we are smokin’ District 356 at Fluor Field at the West End in Greenville. \n\n\n\nThe festival includes an "Anything Butt BBQ" competition\, a barbecue and rib cooking contest\, and great family entertainment including live music\, food vendors\, beverages\, and games for kids. Admission is always free and tasting tickets are sold at the festival. All proceeds benefit Project Host. \n\n\n\nWorthy Cause\n\n\n\nProject Host is a Greenville-area nonprofit that has been building community through food since 1981. Our mission is to use food as a tool to nourish the hungry and train the unemployed. \n\n\n\nProject Host works to fight food insecurity in the greater Greenville area by feeding the hungry through their Soup Kitchen and Cooking for Kids program\, training and educating the un- and underemployed in our CC Pearce Culinary School\, and paying it forward through our social enterprises—the HostMobile food truck and the Bakery. \n\n\n\nOur annual BBQ Cook-off and Festival is an opportunity to invite greater Greenville to celebrate the gift of food with us while raising funds to support our programming. \n\n\n\nCost to Attend\n\n\n\nAttending the Project Host BBQ Festival and Cook-off is totally free of charge. Come enjoy music\, select children’s entertainment items and the ambiance of a festival downtown. \n\n\n\nIf you want to sample the BBQ\, tickets (10 for $10) are sold at the gate only—no advance sales. The tickets are good for food samples\, beer\, and wine\, and select entertainment items (e.g.\, bounce house\, face painting). \n\n\n\nSome sample pricing for event items can be found below. In addition to the BBQ samples\, there are also select food trucks available on-site for food purchases. \n\n\n\n1 Ticket - 1 BBQ sample5 Tickets - Beer/Wine5 Tickets - Face painting \n\n\n\nFriday | 6-10pm | Anything Butt Contest\n\n\n\nJoin us Friday evening for our Anything Butt Contest\, which challenges cookers to prepare appetizers\, sides\, and desserts in some friendly competition. Also\, get a chance to meet with the cookers and observe their process as they gear up for the next day’s BBQ cook-off competition. \n\n\n\nFriday evening will feature two musical acts (details to follow) and the Kids Zone will also be open. This is also the night we wine and dine our VIPs in our limited-access sponsors’ tent. \n\n\n\nSaturday | 11 am-3 pm | BBQ Cook-off\n\n\n\nSaturday is when all the hard work pays off\, with cookers offering samples of their BBQ for event attendees and judges alike. Be sure to come before winners are announced at 2:30 pm to get a taste of all the cookers’ offerings. \n\n\n\nThe day will feature three musical acts (details to follow) and the Kids Zone will be open. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay (and more)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nGREENVILLE WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/project-host-6th-annual-bbq-cook-off-festival/
LOCATION:District 356 at Fluor Field at the West End\, 356 Field St.\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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