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SUMMARY:PORK IN THE PARK (SBN)
DESCRIPTION:Food and Fun\n\n\n\nPork in the Park is a Southern Barbecue Network-sanctioned barbecue competition\, which brings a deep field of teams and serious judging to a community-friendly festival setting. \n\n\n\nExpect a mix of barbecue plates\, live music\, and a relaxed park atmosphere where you can grab a bite\, find a seat\, and listen for a while. \n\n\n\nFamilies are welcome\, with kids’ activities and inflatables helping keep the day easy for all ages. \n\n\n\n\n\nBBQ Competition\n\n\n\nThe competition is run under Southern Barbecue Network guidelines\, with certified judges scoring teams as they chase Grand Champion honors. \n\n\n\nCategories typically include chicken\, ribs\, and Boston butt\, giving teams multiple ways to separate themselves across the turn-ins. \n\n\n\n\n\nMusic and Family Activities\n\n\n\nLive music is part of the weekend’s rhythm\, making Pork in the Park as much about hanging out as it is about the trophies. \n\n\n\nAlongside the food and music\, you’ll usually find kid-friendly extras like inflatables and treats that fit the festival vibe.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring your family out to feast on some of the best barbecue in the South!​ \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nNEWBERRY WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/pork-in-the-park-sbn/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 1207 McKibben Street\, Newberry\, SC\, 29108\, United States
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SUMMARY:Carolina BBQ Festival - Charlotte\, NC
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\nCelebrate the tradition of whole hog BBQ and so much more at the annual Carolina BBQ Festival\, with tastings from pitmasters and chefs from the Carolinas and beyond. \n\n\n\nCarolina BBQ Festival takes place at Victoria Yards and the adjacent parking lot in Uptown Charlotte\, NC\, in support of Operation BBQ Relief\, in partnership with Charlotte SHOUT. Festival tickets include tasting plates from participating pitmasters and chefs\, with the weekend designed for guests who want to come hungry and sample widely. \n\n\n\n\n\nFriday: The Kickoff ($35)\n\n\n\nFriday night runs 6:00–10:00 PM and celebrates all things Charlotte BBQ\, featuring tastings from local BBQ spots\, live music and a DJ\, and a chance to watch pits get set up for festival day. \n\n\n\nSaturday: The Festival (General Admission and VIP)\n\n\n\nSaturday delivers the full festival experience with tasting plates from over twenty pitmaster stations and a menu mix that can include whole hog\, brisket\, chicken\, hash & rice\, seafood\, and more. Guests can also expect local vendors and sponsor activations\, plus an on-site brick pit showcasing the heritage of whole hog cooking. Beer\, wine\, cocktails\, and non-alcoholic options are available for purchase. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBBQ for a Cause\n\n\n\nAs part of the festival’s BBQ for a Cause focus\, sponsors donate grills and BBQ-related tools and swag for an on-site raffle benefiting Operation BBQ Relief. The festival’s theme says it best: Divided by Sauce\, United by Coal. \n\n\n\n\n\nTicket Overview\n\n\n\nThe Kickoff: $35 (Friday • 6:00–10:00 PM)The Festival: General Admission: $75 (Saturday entry at 12:00 PM)The Festival: VIP: $125 (Saturday entry at 11:00 AM) Includes early entry\, access to the Swag Station\, a VIP area with oysters + champagne\, and a $10 merch voucher for Carolina BBQ Festival merch (voucher restrictions apply).Kids (ages 7–13): $25Kids 6 and under: Free with a selected ticket at checkout \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More\n\n\n\nFind details at carolinabbqfest.org and @carolinabbqfestival on Instagram. Tickets are non-refundable\, and the event is rain or shine. \n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n\n\nWho are we fundraising for? Check out our Charities here   Where do I park? Ample parking is available around Center City with differing prices. The closest parking is located at the 7th street station parking garage or the surface lot on the backside of the event – 8th and N. College.  You can find additional surrounding parking locations with Parkme here.  Or Park Mobile here.   How do I enter? Entry will take place on 7th Street right across from the 7th Street Parking Garage beside of 7th Street Market   Are animals allowed? No animals will be allowed inside the festival area except for service animals.   Where should I stay if coming from out of town? Great News! We have secured a partnership with Homewood Suites by Hilton\, Charlotte Uptown First Ward. Right beside the festival venue and lot. There is also a map of accommodations included below.   \n\n\n\n\nEvent Info\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nCHARLOTTE WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/carolina-bbq-festival/
LOCATION:Victoria Yards\, 209 East 7th Street\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
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SUMMARY:Southern Roots: A BBQ Reunion
DESCRIPTION:A BBQ Reunion\n\n\n\nCome to Trailblazer Park this April for the annual Southern Roots – an all-inclusive BBQ fest in Travelers Rest\, SC! \n\n\n\nEnjoy delicious BBQ bites from some amazing local and guest pitmasters and chefs\, live music\, unlimited beverages\, artisan market\, great company and experience the joy of coming together as a community for an incredible cause – IDefine. \n\n\n\n\n\nPitmasters and chefs will be joining together as teams to each cook different BBQ dishes! These amazing menu items created by our talented chefs will be ALL-INCLUSIVE\, so you can eat and enjoy all day long! \n\n\n\nONE ticket price gets you FOUR hours of all the BBQ you can enjoy AND unlimited beverages! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWorthwhile Cause\n\n\n\nGood company\, great food\, and an even better cause… \n\n\n\nWhile there is no better excuse to gather as a community than to break bread and enjoy a great meal\, the true reason everyone is here is for the nonprofit organization IDefine\, Inc. \n\n\n\nIDefine is a nonprofit organization that was created to help families and children with the rare genetic disorder\, Kleefstra Syndrome. With a commitment to identifying life-changing treatments and cures for those with intellectual disabilities stemming from rare genetic disorders\, IDefine also serves as a community and resource for families all over. \n\n\n\n\n\nAs the festival beneficiary\, IDefine has raised close to $100\,000 in the last two years\, helped fund a specialized clinic at Boston Children’s Hospital\, and supported the North American Family Conference that brought together over 75 families impacted by Kleefstra Syndrome. \n\n\n\nWith the ultimate goal of finding a cure\, support from Southern Roots helps further research into Kleefstra Syndrome and new technologies that may provide some answers for these children and their families. \n\n\n\nEveryone is invited to join together at Trailblazer Park and help push IDefine even closer to finding a cure. \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nTRAVELERS REST WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/southern-roots-a-bbq-reunion-2/
LOCATION:Trailblazer Park\, 235 Trailblazer Drive\, Travelers Rest\, SC\, 29690\, United States
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SUMMARY:Youth Mentors of the Pee Dee BBQ Festival (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:Important Fundraiser\n\n\n\nThe annual Youth Mentors of the Pee Dee BBQ Festival takes place at the Eastern Carolina Agricultural Fairgrounds. The two-day event features competition-quality barbecue smoked by some of the Southeast’s best pitmasters. \n\n\n\nThe BBQ Cook-Off stands as one of the major fundraising opportunities allowing the Youth Mentors of the Pee Dee to continue to provide services to local children. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvents and Competitions\n\n\n\n\nFriday – Anything Butt Contest\, 5:00 – 7:00 pm\n\n\n\nSaturday – BBQ Cook-off\, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm\n\n\n\n\nThe event kicks off on Friday night. In the Anything Butt contest\, teams cook a dish that is not barbecue. Past entries have included wings\, shrimp and grits\, pineapple upside-down cake\, and banana pudding. \n\n\n\n\n\n“They could prepare their favorite dish of anything they wished\, except barbecue\,” noted Joey Edwards\, who serves as director of Youth Mentors of the Pee Dee. “They compete in two divisions in this competition: sweet and savory.” \n\n\n\nSouth Carolina Barbeque Association (SCBA) judges select winners for each division\, and the festival also includes an SCBA-sanctioned barbecue competition. \n\n\n\n\n\nMembers of the public can sample the barbecue from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Judges from the SCBA determine who takes home trophies and cash prizes. Trophies and cash prizes are awarded. \n\n\n\n“The Youth Mentors of the Pee Dee BBQ Festival is a South Carolina Barbeque Association-sanctioned event\,” Edwards said. “These people travel from event to event to earn points toward the state championship.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImportant Info\n\n\n\nYouth Mentors of the Pee Dee invite the public to come out for both days. Festival-goers can purchase wristbands at the gates. They sell for $10 per person and allow wearers to enter and to eat. Palmetto Peddlers is on Hoffmeyer Road near the intersection with Darlington Street. \n\n\n\nChildren 12 and under accompanied by a paying adult get in free. The Youth Mentors of the Pee Dee offer activities like inflatables and face painting for the children. \n\n\n\n\n\nAll proceeds from the event will benefit Youth Mentors of the Pee Dee. \n\n\n\nYouth Mentors of the Pee Dee is a United Way organization with the mission to improve the lives of area youth through mentoring. Youth Mentors help fill the void in a child’s life when one or more of the child’s parents are absent. Volunteers typically spend two or three hours a week with their mentees. \n\n\n\n“We have about 300 clients\,” Edwards said. “We work with children from single-parent homes and pair them with a mentor with similar interest.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nFLORENCE WEATHER
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LOCATION:Eastern Carolina Agricultural Fairgrounds\, 5226 E Palmetto St\, Florence\, SC\, 29506\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hub City Hog Fest (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:Taking Over\n\n\n\nDowntown Spartanburg transforms into a virtual hog heaven when Hub City Hog Fest takes over several roads around Morgan Square. \n\n\n\nHub City Hog Fest is a festival and barbecue contest that supports Mobile Meals of Spartanburg. In fact\, the City of Spartanburg blocks off those roads to provide space for the dozens of cook teams that compete in this annual BBQ competition. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe two-day-long event features an amazing collection of competition BBQ teams\, music performers\, and food vendors. The event runs from noon to 11 p.m. Friday and from noon to 9 p.m. Saturday. \n\n\n\nOn Friday\, entrance into the event from noon to 5 p.m. is FREE. After 5 p.m.\, wristbands must be purchased for $5 each.  \n\n\n\nOn Saturday from noon to 9 p.m.\, $5 wristbands must be purchased. Children 10 and under are admitted free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere will be chicken wing samples from the competition teams available from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday evening. The samples of the competition teams’ barbecue and ribs are only available from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday. \n\n\n\nVendors will be on site selling BBQ all weekend. Hog Bucks must be used to purchase food from vendors and to sample BBQ from competition teams (while supplies last). \n\n\n\n\n\nBeginnings\n\n\n\nGrey Wicker founded the event with his brother\, Cal\, in 2013. Wicker noted that they actually modeled Hub City Hog Fest after the Blue Ridge BBQ and Music Festival\, which ran for twenty-plus years in nearby Tryon\, N.C. \n\n\n\n“We were actually cooking at that event when we decided to do one in Spartanburg\,” Grey said. “I think more barbecue events around the state raise the level of excitement about all of them.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClearly\, The Hub City Hog Fest has shown similar success\, having become one of the things folks in Spartanburg look forward to as they put winter behind them. \n\n\n\n“Hub City Hog Fest brings a vibrant energy to our downtown every spring\,” said Johnson Development CEO Geordy Johnson.  \n\n\n\n“Our team members love attending the festival for the camaraderie\, the food\, and the opportunity to make a difference for an important local nonprofit while enjoying both. We applaud the Hog Fest team for continuing to provide an exceptional downtown festival experience.” \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Competition\n\n\n\nHowever\, at the center of all the food and fun\, they’ve established a serious South Carolina Barbeque Association-sanctioned BBQ cook-off. \n\n\n\n“I think (the SCBA) considers our event one of their flagship events\,” Wicker said.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“It’s really big\, and it showcases a thriving downtown area\, which most events in the state do not. A lot of these barbecue competitions they hold out in fields\, which is great because there’s more room. But there’s nothing quite like the experience we offer here in Spartanburg.” \n\n\n\nThe competition part of The Hub City Hog Fest is organized and judged in accordance with the SCBA’s rules and regulations.  \n\n\n\nThe SCBA also supplies highly-trained judges who assess each of the entries in a blind competition. \n\n\n\n\n\n“We’re very excited to get cracking again\,” said Grey Wicker. “Each year it seems we fill up with teams faster than we ever have. We have had three or four (teams) that have been here all along\, which shows loyalty.” \n\n\n\nCompetition categories include a chicken wing competition on Friday night\, and a barbecue cook-off on Saturday featuring butts\, ribs\, and brisket. Prizes are awarded to those placing the highest. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHub City Hog Fest Competitions & Prizes\n\n\n\nFRIDAY NIGHT WING COMPETITION\n\n\n\n\n1st Place Winner: $500\n\n\n\n2nd Place Winner: $300\n\n\n\n3rd Place Winner: $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBOSTON BUTTS AND RIBS COMPETITION\n\n\n\n\n1st Place Overall: $2\,000\n\n\n\n2nd Place Overall: $1\,500\n\n\n\n3rd Place Overall: $1\,000\n\n\n\n\nOverall champions accumulate the best combined scores from both categories. \n\n\n\nINDIVIDUAL CATEGORIES\n\n\n\n\n1st Place: $500\n\n\n\n2nd Place: $300\n\n\n\n3rd Place: $200\n\n\n\n\nIn addition\, there will be a side brisket competition. \n\n\n\n\nWhile supplies last\, Hub City Hog Fest patrons will be able to sample chicken wings cooked by competition teams from 6-8 p.m. on Friday and barbecue and ribs from noon-2 p.m. on Saturday. \n\n\n\n\nMore than Barbecue\n\n\n\nOf course\, festivalgoers don’t have to enjoy barbecue to have a good time.  \n\n\n\nThe event also includes more than a half dozen regional food trucks\, which will be on-site throughout the weekend.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn addition\, festival organizers have plenty of activities scheduled. Activities include an artisan’s alley featuring wares from local vendors on Saturday and a full slate of music performers both days. \n\n\n\nAdmission to the Hub City Hog Fest costs $5 per day with free admission offered before 5 p.m. Friday and for children 10 and under at all times. \n\n\n\n“When you come into the festival\, you purchase a wristband. That allows you to buy ‘Hog Bucks\,’” Wicker said.  \n\n\n\n“Hog Bucks can be used at food trucks to buy plates of food as a meal. The prices vary from truck to truck. You can also trade one Hog Buck for a sample of a cook team’s barbecue.” \n\n\n\nMoreover\, the Hub City Hog Fest is a family affair. It seems that kids enjoy it as much as adults. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“I think kids just have a blast at this event because they’ve been kind of cooped up in the winter. Then all of a sudden here’s all this energy downtown\,” Wicker said. \n\n\n\nHub City Hog Fest features a free children’s entertainment area with carnival rides\, bounce houses\, and more. Children age 10 and under get in free all weekend.  \n\n\n\n\nSupport\n\n\n\nBut all of this fun wouldn’t happen without both effort and support. The Wickers work hard to build and maintain relationships in order to keep the Hog Fest moving ahead. Such a big event requires the help of many. \n\n\n\n“I think a lot of the success of the Hog Fest can be attributed to maintaining those relationships with the city\, our sponsors and the teams as we try to showcase Spartanburg in a good light.” \n\n\n\nAnd this bright light also helps a great organization shine in ways it could not without Hub City Hog Fest. \n\n\n\nAs mentioned above\, proceeds from the Hub City Hog Fest benefit Mobile Meals of Spartanburg. Its mission is to provide nutritious meals\, services\, and fellowship to frail and homebound citizens in Spartanburg County.  \n\n\n\nMobile Meals of Spartanburg is a faith-based nonprofit that serves meals almost daily to about 2\,000 frail and homebound citizens in Spartanburg County. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“In just the first six years\, we donated a little bit over $317\,000 to Mobile Meals\,” Wicker said. Much more has been raised in the years since. \n\n\n\n“That’s a small amount compared to what they need\, but we’re very proud to be able to contribute to them year after year. Mobile Meals has always been very important to us\, and the work that they do in our community is staggering.” \n\n\n\nHub City Hog Fest on the News\n\n\n\nScene on 7 interviews Grey Wicker prior to a recent event: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in keeping up with SC BBQ events throughout the year\, subscribe to our SC BBQ Events Calendar. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\nLodging options appear below. Availability and rates can vary\, so booking earlier is often helpful. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nSPARTANBURG WEATHER
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LOCATION:Morgan Square\, Downtown Spartanburg\, Morgan Square\, Spartanburg\, SC\, SC\, 29306\, United States
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SUMMARY:Annual Blue and BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Blue & BBQ is an annual fundraising benefit hosted by Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park. The event pairs live music and BBQ with a Modern Cowboy theme\, plus hands-on ways to connect with the history the park preserves. \n\n\n\nGuests can expect an outdoor\, social atmosphere with music and dancing\, BBQ service\, and interactive experiences that often spotlight traditional skills and local history. Cowboy boots\, hats\, and a touch of blue are typically encouraged. \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect\n\n\n\n\nLive music and dancing (often with guided group instruction) \n\n\n\nBBQ and drinks that are typically bundled into admission (all-inclusive style) \n\n\n\nImmersive activities that may include demonstrations (such as blacksmithing) and archaeology-focused experiences tied to the site\n\n\n\nSponsor/table options may be offered for groups and supporters\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho it supports\n\n\n\nProceeds support Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park’s preservation and education work centered on Mitchelville\, widely recognized as the first self-governed town of formerly enslaved people in the United States\, established in 1862. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlanning notes\n\n\n\n\nDress code: Modern Cowboy is typically encouraged\, especially something blue\n\n\n\nParking/shuttle: In some years\, organizers have offered shuttle options as part of event logistics\n\n\n\nGood to know: This is usually a ticketed benefit with limited capacity and sponsorship options\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOfficial event info and contact\n\n\n\n\nPhone: 843-255-7301\n\n\n\nSponsorship/tables contact: Joyce Wright\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Lodging for the Festival\n\n\n\nLodging options appear below. Availability and rates can vary\, so booking earlier is often helpful. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nHILTON HEAD ISLAND WEATHER
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SUMMARY:Grillin’ at the Grove (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:An Annual Event\n\n\n\nWe are looking forward to our Annual Grillin’ at the Grove. The BBQ competition will be held at the Clemson RV Park Event Lawn and Paw Pavilion. This SCBA contest features a pork butt category plus a rib throwdown. \n\n\n\nWristbands are typically sold on site. This will allow you to walk around and sample each contestants BBQ.  \n\n\n\nLive music will begin at 11 am Saturday and play until the winner is announced at 2 pm. \n\n\n\nWe will have drinks and a bounce house for the kids! Come camp and hang out for the weekend! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nPENDLETON WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/grillin-at-the-grove-scba/
LOCATION:Clemson RV Park\, 150 Dalton Drive\, Pendleton\, SC\, 29670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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SUMMARY:SMOKE AT THE LODGE (SBN)
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect\n\n\n\nSmoke at the Lodge is an annual BBQ cook-off fundraiser. \n\n\n\nThe event features a “No Pork Friday” event where top Pitmasters in the area create a dish with no pork. \n\n\n\nTasting tickets are typically available for purchase. BBQ plates are typically sold to the public featuring championship-style BBQ from the cook-off. Proceeds help support the lodge’s charitable work in the community. \n\n\n\nIt’s a great way to sample BBQ and support the lodge’s local charity efforts. \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nSUMMERVILLE WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/smoke-at-the-lodge-sbn/
LOCATION:Summerville Masonic Lodge\, 111 N Main St\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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SUMMARY:Benefit BBQ for Boy Scouts (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:BBQ and Wings\n\n\n\nAre you a fan of barbecue and chicken wings?  \n\n\n\nThen you don’t want to miss the Benefit BBQ for Boy Scouts at the Sumter County Fair Grounds\, hosted by the Pee Dee Area Council’s Henry Shelor District. \n\n\n\nThe Henry Shelor District consists of Sumter\, Lee\, and Clarendon counties. The Council will hold the event at the Fairgrounds Agricultural Building located at 700 West Liberty Street. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Event\n\n\n\nDuring the two-day event\, patrons who buy 10 tickets for $10 can redeem them for chicken wings (drums and flats)\, hot dogs\, drinks\, and more at “Wing Ding” on Friday night or at the BBQ competition on Saturday. \n\n\n\nAdditional tickets are $1 each. Cook teams serve wings starting when the gates open Friday evening\, and the Wing Ding runs into the night. \n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, the gates open to the public at 11:00 a.m.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPatrons who purchase a wristband will be allowed to roam from station to station to sample BBQ. You will receive a 2-ounce serving of barbecue at each visit.  \n\n\n\nEach time\, you will present your wristband to the Boy Scout assigned to the station you approach. If you wish\, you may visit a station multiple times\, but you must have your wristband on to receive BBQ. \n\n\n\nIndeed\, you may roam from station to station on Saturday until closing or when the BBQ runs out.  For crowd flow\, late entry may be limited in the early afternoon. \n\n\n\n\n\nFor patrons looking to save money\, the Benefit BBQ for Boy Scouts organizers will sell a pass that admits the purchaser all weekend. \n\n\n\nIn short\, all the money raised will go toward funding programs for Cub and Boy Scouts in the Pee Dee Area Council\, which covers 11 counties in Eastern S.C. One of these programs is Camp Coker\, a summer camp in the state. \n\n\n\nOrganizers typically offer a weekend pass option that covers both days. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Competition\n\n\n\nAs for the competition\, the contestants will present their boxed samples to the SCBA Judges in accordance with association rules. \n\n\n\nThe cookers will prepare the butts received from Henry Shelor District and must have their barbecue ready for public consumption no later than 11:00 a.m. Saturday. Patron samples come in two-ounce cups. \n\n\n\nAt 1 p.m.\, vendors will begin selling barbecue by the pound. The barbecue costs only $5 for a half-pound or $10 for a pound. \n\n\n\n\n\n“It’s $10 for all the barbecue you can sample\,” Glenn Button said. Button serves as the Henry Shelor District chairman and event chairman \n\n\n\nIn addition\, the Benefit BBQ for Boy Scouts will sponsor an optional ribs competition.  Contestants who wish to enter the optional ribs competition assume responsibility for providing their own ribs. \n\n\n\nEach of the participating cook teams oversees the management of the rib competition.  After judging\, participants in the rib event decide what to do with the ribs as they choose.   \n\n\n\nIn fact\, contestants in the rib competition may choose to sell their ribs on-premises to patrons that wish to purchase them.  \n\n\n\n\n\nHowever\, each individual competitor determines their own prices and presentation of ribs for sale. Patrons are welcome to purchase ribs. \n\n\n\nAs part of the competition\, cook teams from around the state and beyond participates each year. In addition\, the event remains a South Carolina Barbeque Association-sanctioned event. \n\n\n\nAs a result\, the SCBA provides judges for the competitions and will determine the winner of the Benefit BBQ for Boy Scouts.  Prizes will be distributed at 2:30 p.m. Saturday. \n\n\n\n\n\nPrizes for the annual Benefit BBQ for Boy Scouts:\n\n\n\n\n$1\,000 BBQ First Place\n\n\n\n$750 BBQ Second Place\n\n\n\n$500 BBQ Third Place\n\n\n\n$250 BBQ Fourth Place\n\n\n\n$100 BBQ Fifth Place\n\n\n\n$250 Wings First Place\n\n\n\n$100 Wings Second Place\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBenefit BBQ for Boy Scouts Sponsors and Extras\n\n\n\nThe event also boasts many sponsors. Despite what many think\, it is virtually impossible to hold such an event without them. Sponsors are essential to the event. \n\n\n\n“I would like to thank all the sponsors\,” Button said. “It wouldn’t be possible without them.” \n\n\n\nVendors will be on hand\, selling water\, sodas\, peanuts\, kettle corn\, and funnel cakes. There will also be a Kona Ice truck selling snow cones. \n\n\n\n\n\n“We’ll also have a children’s activities area\,” Button said. “There will be games\, bounce houses\, and face painting.” \n\n\n\nButton wants patrons to remember what BSA is all about. This is reflected in its mission and goal: \n\n\n\n“The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe BSA’s goal is to train youth in responsible citizenship\, character development\, and self-reliance through participation in a wide range of outdoor activities\, educational programs\, and at older age levels\, career-oriented programs in partnership with community organizations.” \n\n\n\nTickets are typically sold online\, at the gate\, and through local Scouts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nSUMTER WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/fourth-annual-benefit-bbq-for-boy-scouts/
LOCATION:Sumter County Fair Grounds\, 700 West Liberty Street\, Sumter\, SC\, 29154\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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SUMMARY:The Little Mountain Mid-Carolina Pigskin Cook-Off (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:Fundraising is the Reason\n\n\n\nThe Town of Little Mountain and the Mid-Carolina High School football program will host the annual Little Mountain Pigskin Cook-Off. They will hold the cook-off in Reunion Park. \n\n\n\nMid-Carolina Head Coach Chris Arnoult decided to launch the event after having the success of hosting his own barbecue competitions previously.  \n\n\n\nArnoult felt that bringing The Little Mountain Pigskin Cook-Off to Mid-Carolina would help benefit the MCHS football team. \n\n\n\n\n\n“The Little Mountain Pigskin Cook-Off is a fundraiser I started a couple of years ago in Chesterfield\,” Arnoult said. \n\n\n\n“I always felt like I was asking the kids to do things to raise money for the program so I wanted to kind of take the pressure off them a little bit.” \n\n\n\nFundraising is the lifeblood of many school programs across the US\, both for athletics and beyond.  \n\n\n\nWithout the time and effort of fundraising — a common additional burden to students\, athletes\, and their parents — the funds simply would not come from anywhere else and those programs and efforts would suffer. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Little Mountain Pigskin Cook-Off “will allow us to make improvements to our facilities\, purchase equipment for the guys\, purchase equipment for the weight room\, help with travel and feeding the guys\, buying Gatorade\,” Arnoult said.  \n\n\n\n“Facility and equipment is a large portion of that.” \n\n\n\n\n\nLittle Mountain Pigskin Cook-Off Competition\n\n\n\nThe South Carolina Barbecue Association officially sanctioned the cook-off and will provide the judges. \n\n\n\nThey and the teams will arrive around lunchtime that Friday to set up and begin cooking into the next morning. As the host\, the Little Mountain Pigskin Cook-Off supplies the cookers with a case of Boston Butts. \n\n\n\nThat way all of the meats the cookers use are of equal quality. This provides equanimity\, eliminating a possible advantage for cookers who might otherwise splurge for prime cuts. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe cookers must turn in their entries by 10 a.m. Judges will award prizes to the top five finishers at 2 p.m. Judges score the entries based on presentation\, tenderness\, flavor\, and more. \n\n\n\nFirst place will receive a cash prize of $1\,500 and a trophy (and free entry into next year’s event).  \n\n\n\nSecond place will receive a trophy and $1\,000. Third will receive a trophy and $500. Fourth place will receive a trophy. \n\n\n\nThe Little Mountain Pigskin Cook-Off will also host a People’s Choice Champion where the public will vote on their favorite barbecue\, That winner will receive a trophy and $250. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Little Mountain Pigskin Cook-Off held rain or shine. Arnoult said when people buy a ticket\, they will be eligible to get a two-ounce sample of each team. \n\n\n\n“I just think it’s a unique way to raise some money for the program and give something enjoyable back to the community also\,” he said. \n\n\n\nCome out and support Mid-Carolina at The Little Mountain Pigskin Cook-Off! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nLITTLE MOUNTAIN WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/little-mountain-pigskin-cook-off-scba/
LOCATION:Little Mountain Park\, State Rd S-36-458\, Little Mountain\, SC\, 29075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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SUMMARY:Doko Ribfest In The Park (SBN)
DESCRIPTION:Ribs Food Beer Music Fun\n\n\n\nThis is our annual Ribfest here in the park. In recent years\, the event has drawn about 60 teams cooking roughly 6\,000 pounds of ribs. \n\n\n\nWristbands let you sample ribs from any team. Whole racks and rib plates are also available. \n\n\n\nTeams typically set up Friday afternoon\, with ribs distributed early Saturday before the public gates open. \n\n\n\n\n\nWe will have live music playing all day with food trucks and other vendors\, too. Tickets and event updates are available through the Blythewood Chamber of Commerce website. \n\n\n\nEvent updates are shared on Facebook.  Questions about the contest can be directed to the contest organizer (see email in the Event Info section). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo the Victor…\n\n\n\nRibfest features three competitive divisions\, with trophies presented to the winners. \n\n\n\nTotal prize money distributed per division as follows: \n\n\n\n\n20 professional teams – $3\,600.00\n\n\n\n30 amateur teams -$2\,700.00\n\n\n\n10 veteran teams – $900.00\n\n\n\n\nThe Rib Cook-Off competition will begin when ribs are distributed at 6:00 am to the contestants on the day of the event in the farmers market field.  \n\n\n\n\n\nCompetitors will have until 1:00 pm to prepare their offerings. SBN judges typically begin judging around 1:00 p.m.\, with winners announced later in the afternoon. \n\n\n\nA fenced-in tented area (with tables\, seating\, and “stand-up” tables) will be provided in the farmers market field for judging and rib tasting. \n\n\n\nWristbands for personal tasting of the competing teams’ offerings are available. You may also purchase a full rack of ribs and/or rib plates (3 ribs\, coleslaw\, and barbecue beans). \n\n\n\n\n\nAmenities\n\n\n\nThe cook-off runs during the day\, and live music continues into the evening at Palmetto Citizens Amphitheater. \n\n\n\nThere will be food trucks\, specialty food\, and sweets vendors\, as well as activity vendors. Vendor spaces may also be available to qualifying local nonprofits at no fee. \n\n\n\nOf course\, there will be beer with an additional fenced-in VIP tented area (with tables\, seating\, and “stand-up” tables) to be provided adjacent to the amphitheater for the enjoyment of the entertainment provided as well as additional food and beverage consumption. \n\n\n\nProceeds support the Chamber economic development initiatives and scholarship programs with a portion to benefit local non-profits: The Big Red Barn Retreat. \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nBLYTHEWOOD WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/doko-ribfest-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Doko Manor\, 100 Alvina Hagood Circle\, Blythewood\, SC\, 29016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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SUMMARY:Surfside Beach BBQ Festival
DESCRIPTION:Best BBQ on the Beach\n\n\n\nThe annual Town of Surfside Beach Barbecue Festival brings some of the area’s best barbecue together in one spot. \n\n\n\nThe festival kicks off at 4 p.m. Friday with the “Anything but Barbecue” event\, featuring participating vendors’ top non-barbecue dishes. Vendors can cook and sell their “favorite” or “best” non-barbecue dish such as chicken wings\, chili\, or soup. \n\n\n\nThe first day’s festivities wrap up at 7 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe second day\, including the barbecue competition\, begins at 10 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m. \n\n\n\nSaturday’s events include craft and produce vendors lined up along Surfside Drive. Vendors can sell BBQ and any side items; fries\, onion rings\, chips\, slaw\, beans\, etc. \n\n\n\nThe Surfside Beach BBQ Festival is a “rain or shine” event. \n\n\n\nVendors will offer handmade jewelry and other crafts\, as well as local honey\, jams\, and baked goods. \n\n\n\nLive music will be on hand to entertain fest-goers. \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nSURFSIDE BEACH WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/surfside-beach-bbq-festival/
LOCATION:Yaupon Parking Lot\, 10 S Yaupon Dr\, Surfside Beach\, SC\, 29575\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Carolina Smoke-N-Grass Festival (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:The annual Carolina Smoke-N-Grass Festival is put on by the Union County Coon Hunters Association of South Carolina. The festival will feature top teams from the South Carolina Barbecue Association (SCBA). \n\n\n\nAll barbecue can be sampled and quarts can be purchased from your favorite teams. Plates will also be served.  \n\n\n\nA Show and Shine car show will feature classic and unique cars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNearby Lodging\, Restaurants\, and More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather\n\n\n\nMONCKS CORNER WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/carolina-smoke-n-grass-festival/
LOCATION:Union County Fairgrounds\, 120 Kirby St\, Union\, SC\, 29379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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SUMMARY:OMAR Bootleggers BBQ Cook-Off & Kids 'Que (SBN)
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to the annual OMAR Bootleggers BBQ Cook-Off & Kids ‘Que. \n\n\n\nThe event will be held in the New Recreational Park in Moncks Corner\, SC. This event will be held at the Berkeley Shrine Club in Moncks Corner\, SC. This year’s event will feature a “two meats” category Boston butts and pork ribs. \n\n\n\n\n\nThe team receiving the highest number of points in the Butts & Ribs events will be declared overall Grand Champion and second place will be declared Reserve Grand Champion. \n\n\n\nThe overall Grand Champion will also receive an invitation to compete in the Southern BBQ Network’s (SBN) Invitational Competition held in November. \n\n\n\nTeams competing in Friday night’s “Anything Butt” contest will be allowed to serve the public. The OMAR Bootleggers will sell food tickets to the public that will be used to purchase samples of the competitors’ entries. There is no formal judging for the Friday night event. \n\n\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 \n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nMONCKS CORNER WEATHER\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/omar-bootleggers-bbq-cook-off/
LOCATION:Berkeley Shrine Club\, 649 Lakeside Dr.\, Moncks Corner\, SC\, 29461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greg Hardee":MAILTO:hardeegr@homesc.com
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SUMMARY:ROCK THE BLOCK
DESCRIPTION:Annual Block Party and Flagship Fundraiser \n\n\n\n\nAt the Downtown Home Team BBQ\, we’re benefiting Hogs for the Cause and the Ronald McDonald House. Not only are we raising funds for a great cause\, but this event is a heck of a lot of fun\, featuring award-winning guest chefs\, cold beer\, craft cocktails\, and a VIP lounge with additional chefs and a dedicated VIP bar. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe will ROCK in the street in front of the Downtown Charleston HTBBQ location from 11 am – 5 pm each February. \n\n\n\nROCK THE BLOCK is Home Team BBQ’s annual block party and flagship fundraiser benefiting Hogs for the Cause and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston. \n\n\n\nThese two charities are near and dear to us at Home Team BBQ and provide vital support to families in our community fighting pediatric cancers. Both of these non-profits address the immediate needs for families battling pediatric cancer through financial grants directly to families or a place to call home during long hospital stays. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll proceeds (tickets\, food and bar sales\, sponsorship\, and raffle tickets) from ROCK THE BLOCK go directly to supporting both of these charities. \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to see y’all at ROCK THE BLOCK. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLIVE MUSIC LINEUP\n\n\n\nLive music is part of the day\, with a headliner and supporting acts announced for each year’s event. \n\n\n\n2026 Performers\n\n\n\n11:30 am – SAM MORROW  1:15 pm – BRANDON BOONE BAND  3:30 pm – EDDIE 9V \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Ticket Prices\n\n\n\nVIP\n\n\n\n$225.00 \n\n\n\nKick it up a notch! Adult tickets to the private VIP Lounge include all-you-can-enjoy offerings from the award-winning chefs in the VIP area and an open bar. Yes\, an open bar…but please party responsibly! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Admission\n\n\n\n$35.00 ($30 when purchased in advance) \n\n\n\nGrab a ticket to Rock the Block\, Home Team BBQ’s annual block party fundraiser benefiting Hogs for the Cause and Ronald McDonald House Charities. Enjoy food and drinks for purchase from guest chefs\, plus live music throughout the day. \n\n\n\nRaffle Tickets\n\n\n\nRaffle tickets can also be purchased for a chance to win a variety of prizes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nCHARLESTON WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/rock-the-block/
LOCATION:Home Team BBQ\, 126 Williman Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Bands\, Brews & BBQ (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:For Friends\n\n\n\nThe Bands\, Brews & BBQ event\, presented by Beaufort Memorial Hospital\, is a two-day celebration of food\, music\, and fun that takes place each February in Port Royal\, South Carolina. \n\n\n\nThis exciting event is officially sanctioned by the South Carolina Barbeque Association (SCBA) and is dedicated to benefiting two local nonprofit organizations: HELP of Beaufort and the Zonta Club of Beaufort. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday night features the Wing Throw Down\, where attendees can sample wings from participating teams while enjoying live music. Saturday is the main barbecue tasting day\, with cook teams serving samples and SCBA awards announced during the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn addition\, you’ll be able to enjoy live music throughout the day\, and the SCBA will be presenting awards. \n\n\n\nHometown Heroes\n\n\n\nOne of the awards that is gaining popularity is the “Hometown Heroes” award. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal teams representing first responders\, veterans\, education\, and healthcare compete for the prize. The winning team will receive cash prize\, a flag\, and bragging rights for the year. \n\n\n\nCost to Attend\n\n\n\nAdmission to the event is free\, but those who wish to sample the wings on Friday night or the barbecue on Saturday can purchase tickets. \n\n\n\nBeer and wine\, water\, soft drinks\, and food from local vendors will also be available for purchase. The event will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\nVolunteer opportunities are available for those who wish to help out at the event.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Bands\, Brews & BBQ event is a great opportunity for attendees to enjoy delicious food\, great music\, and a fun atmosphere while also supporting worthy causes: \n\n\n\nHELP of Beaufort has been serving the community since 1973 by providing food\, clothing\, financial assistance\, and meals to those in need. They also operate a certified USDA Wellness Pantry. \n\n\n\nZonta Club of Beaufort offers scholarships to local high school seniors and working women\, and supports initiatives against human trafficking and gender-based violence. \n\n\n\nArtisan BBQ and Craft Brews\n\n\n\nThe event is also an excellent opportunity to experience some of the best barbecue in the Southeast\, with cook teams from across the region vying for top honors.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn addition to barbecue\, attendees can also sample a variety of craft beers from local breweries.  \n\n\n\nCraft beer has exploded in popularity in recent years\, with many small breweries popping up around the country. These breweries often focus on producing high-quality\, unique beers with a wide range of flavors and styles. \n\n\n\nLive Music\n\n\n\nThe event also provides an opportunity to listen to some great live music that runs throughout the weekend\, with a lineup that varies each year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOverall\, the Bands\, Brews & BBQ event is a must-attend event for anyone in the Port Royal area who enjoys great food\, great music\, and a great time. With the added benefit of supporting a worthy cause\, this event is a win-win for everyone involved.  \n\n\n\nSo mark your calendars and make sure to attend this exciting event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nPORT ROYAL WEATHER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n		\n\n			\n			\n\n							\n					\n						Upcoming Events					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			May		\n		\n			15		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		May 15 – May 16	\n	\n					\n	\n		Pig in the Park (SCBA)	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			May		\n		\n			16		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		All day	\n	\n					\n	\n		Speed & Feed BBQ Festival (KCBS)	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			Jun		\n		\n			5		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		June 5 – June 6	\n	\n					\n	\n		Edisto Beach Cookin’ On The Creek BBQ Festival (SCBA)	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			Jun		\n		\n			20		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		11:00 am – 2:00 pm	\n	\n					\n	\n		Tamassee DAR BBQ Cook-Off (SCBA)	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			Jul		\n		\n			9		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		July 9 – July 11	\n	\n					\n	\n		SC Festival of Discovery (KCBS)	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n									\n\n				\n	\n		View Calendar
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/bands-brews-bbq/
LOCATION:Port Royal\, 601 Paris Avenue\, Port Royal\, SC\, 29935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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SUMMARY:SCBA Judge Seminar Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Here Comes the Judge\n\n\n\nWant to become an SCBA-certified BBQ judge? \n\n\n\nCome to the winter session of the SCBA Judging Seminar to take your first step in being a judge in SC BBQ competitions. \n\n\n\nYou can become a Certified Barbeque Judge by first becoming a member of the South Carolina Barbeque Association. Completing this seminar allows you to attend four SCBA-sanctioned barbeque events to learn the trade. \n\n\n\nDuring these four events\, you will sit at a novice table and apprentice under an experienced judge.   \n\n\n\nSeriously Dedicated\n\n\n\nThe SCBA stands alone in how seriously they take educating their judges. \n\n\n\nFrom what I’ve seen\, few organizations put as much structured training in front of first-time judging. Judging anything is a skill to be learned\, and the SCBA assures the cooks who cook in these competitions that their BBQ boxes will only be evaluated by a group of well-trained judges. \n\n\n\nCompare that system to the famous Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) which proclaims on its website: \n\n\n\n“To become a CBJ [Certified BBQ Judge]\, just attend one of the hundreds of classes conducted by KCBS every year throughout the country. In a half day’s time\, you’ll learn how to grade world-class chicken\, pulled pork\, ribs\, and brisket – and taste them during the process! By the time you’re finished\, you’ll be ready to sign up for the next competition in your area!” \n\n\n\nReally? So in just a half day\, I’m going to be an expert in judging 4 entirely different dishes? \n\n\n\nAfter Training\n\n\n\nOnce you complete training to become an SCBA judge and receive your judging apron\, you can participate in events held each year throughout the state.  \n\n\n\nYou also have the opportunity to rise through the ranks of the SCBA. By completing the necessary requirements\, you can become a Senior Judge\, Master Judge\, Calculator\, Table Captain\, Novice Instructor\, or Event Marshal. \n\n\n\nBut it all begins with the SCBA Judging Seminar. \n\n\n\nIf judging SC barbecue competitions is on your list\, this seminar is the place to start. \n\n\n\nGo to the “Join Us” page and become a member of the SCBA.  You can then join hundreds of your fellow South Carolinians in enjoying the cuisine that South Carolinians do best: South Carolina Barbecue. \n\n\n\nWinter Seminar Details\n\n\n\n10:00 am – 3:00 pmSt. Paul’s Lutheran Church1715 Bull Street Columbia\, SC 29201 \n\n\n\nRegistration is $45 per person and includes a BBQ lunch. SCBA membership is required to attend the SCBA Judging Seminar. \n\n\n\nFor more information about the SCBA or to become a member\, go to www.scbarbeque.com and click on the Join Us link. \n\n\n\nIndividual memberships are $55 and Family and Cook Team Memberships are $70. \n\n\n\nContact: membership@scbarbeque.com \n\n\n\nInfo\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nCOLUMBIA WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/scba-judge-seminar-winter-session/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s Lutheran Church\, 1715 Bull Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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SUMMARY:SBN Judges Training Class
DESCRIPTION:Once you have completed this class\, you will be a certified BBQ Judge and will participate at BBQ events that SBN sanctions throughout the Southeast.  \n\n\n\nNot only will you sample great BBQ\, but you’ll also be helping local community charities. \n\n\n\n\nImportant​ Details\n\n\n\nClass Fee is $ 25 per person. Price includes a BBQ dinner.  Attendees must preregister and pay both the dues and class fee.   \n\n\n\n​Current dues for single membership is $40 and couples is $70.00. After July 1\, dues are prorated to $ 20 through December 31. Dues paid for a full year after October 1 will be for the current and next year. \n\n\n\nAnnual Couples Membership is $70. Join as a family and take advantage of savings.​ After July 1\, dues are prorated to $35 through December 31. \n\n\n\nClasses can be paid for on the SBN Store web page. \n\n\n\nClass size is limited. Register for Summerville Training Class \n\n\n\nAll classes are available to existing SBN certified judges at a reduced rate. \n\n\n\nPay securely online \n\n\n\n​To pay using other options\, contact the SBN Treasurer at Southernbbqnetwork@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n\n​To Find Out More about SBBQN Judge Certification TrainingContact: Donica Butters\, Director of Trainingemail: dackart79@gmail.com​ \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/sbn-judges-training-class/
LOCATION:Summerville Masonic Lodge\, 111 N Main St\, Summerville\, SC\, 29483\, United States
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SUMMARY:Flamingos Brews and Que (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a day of excitement as the Florence Flamingos and South Carolina BBQ Association team up to bring you the Brews & Que to Carolina Bank Field! Join us for a weekend of fun December 12-13\, 2025.  \n\n\n\nThis incredible event will feature:A BBQ Cook-Off showcasing recipes from local cooks\, restaurants\, and Competition teams from around the state. Entertainment from the stage to keep the energy alive. A variety of vendors\, and activities for all ages.Wings tastings kicks off at 5pm on Friday Night and Pork Butts tastings 11am-5pm on SATURDAY. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a foodie\, a baseball fan\, or simply looking for a fun day out with family and friends\, this event has something for everyone. \n\n\n\nCooks and Competitors:Think you’ve got the best BBQ? Join the cook-off and win the awards! \n\n\n\nKey Details: When: December 12\, 2025 & December 13\, 2025 Where: Carolina Bank Field\, 1200 Jennie O’Bryan Ave\, Florence\, SC 29501 Event Hours:Friday 5pm-9:00pmSaturday 11am-5pm \n\n\n\nFor more details\, vendor registration\, BBQ competition sign-ups\, Email: bbearden@florenceflamingos.com \n\n\n\nRain or shine\, we can’t wait to see you there for an unforgettable day filled with BBQ\, Brews and Live Entertainment \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nFLORENCE WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/flamingos-brews-and-que/
LOCATION:Florence Sports Complex\, 1200 Jennie O'Bryan Ave\, Florence\, SC\, 29501\, United States
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SUMMARY:SMOKE ON THE WACCAMAW (SBN)
DESCRIPTION:Do to inclement weather Smoke on the Waccamaw has been canceled. Rescheduled for Nov.14 & 15th \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSmoke on the Waccamaw is an SBN-Sanctioned BBQ Competition that is a part of the City of Conway’s Fall Festival.  \n\n\n\nThe event is being put on by the Shrine Club of Conway with proceeds to the Shriners organization that supports Children’s Hospitals throughout the United States.  \n\n\n\nFriday’s event starts at 6 p.m. with live music and a beer garden. Tasting tickets are $1 each and you can vote for your favorite BBQ. Saturday\, the festivities start at 10 a.m. with more BBQ tasting and a Car Show. \n\n\n\nThe kids will have their own carnival\, Saturday starting at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 7 Elm Street in Conway. \n\n\n\nAwards for the barbecue competition will be announced from the Main Stage at the Shriners Club at approximately 2:00 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\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\nCONWAY WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/smoke-on-the-waccamaw-sbn/
LOCATION:Conway Shriners Club\, 10 Elm St\, Conway\, SC\, 29526\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holy Smokes BBQ Festival
DESCRIPTION:A Culinary Convergence in the Lowcountry\n\n\n\nIn the heart of the Lowcountry\, as autumn casts its golden light on North Charleston\, the Holy Smokes BBQ Festival returns with a sizzle this November. Riverfront Park will once again be the stage for this smoke-filled jubilee\, where over 50 pitmasters and chefs from across the nation will unite to honor the rich tapestry of American barbecue. \n\n\n\nParker Milner of The Post and Courier paints a vivid scene of past festivals\, where the air is thick with the aroma of smoked meats and the sound of crackling fires.  \n\n\n\nThis year\, the festival is set to surpass its previous iterations\, presenting a veritable feast with an all-you-can-eat format across four distinct barbecue villages: Texas\, Traditional\, New School\, and Coastal. Each village\, a testament to the diverse culinary techniques that define American barbecue\, invites guests to a journey through flavors and traditions. \n\n\n\nMore Than Just a Festival\n\n\n\nThe festival is steeped in more than just culinary excellence; it is a celebration of community and charity. Aaron Siegel\, chef and co-owner of Home Team BBQ\, recalls the inspirational underpinnings of the festival\, “It would feature good music and food\, but the main mission would be to raise money for charity\,” a testament to the event’s ethos (Milner). \n\n\n\nAs reported by Milner\, Siegel’s vision was galvanized by his experience at Hogs for the Cause\, a renowned barbecue competition and fundraiser that significantly benefits families dealing with pediatric brain cancer.  \n\n\n\nIt is this spirit of giving that resonates through the Holy Smokes BBQ Festival\, which in its short history has already donated over $200\,000 to its beneficiaries\, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston and Hogs for the Cause. \n\n\n\nMelodies and Meat: A Harmonious Blend\n\n\n\nThe upcoming festival not only promises an array of delectable barbecue but also an auditory feast with performances by Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country and Lilly Hiatt. The backdrop of the Cooper River sets a picturesque stage for the festival\, further enriching the sensory experience. \n\n\n\nReflecting on the festival’s charitable impact\, Anthony DiBernardo of Swig & Swine BBQ and a regular at the festival\, shared\, “I’ve always known that the gift of food could be used to help people\,” showcasing the philanthropic heart that beats at the core of the barbecue community (Milner). \n\n\n\nFestival Lineup\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess and Experience Packages\n\n\n\nTickets\, ranging from $95 to $250\, offer a variety of experiences from general admission to the all-inclusive VIP area\, featuring additional exclusive food and drinks.  \n\n\n\nThe pricing strategy ensures that the festival remains accessible while still upholding the quality and variety that have become its hallmarks. \n\n\n\nIn preparation for this grand event\, there is traditionally a special meal shared by the pitmasters and chefs. This pre-festival gathering is not only a testament to the camaraderie within the barbecue community but also highlights the festival’s engagement with local culinary talents. \n\n\n\nBarbecue with a Purpose\n\n\n\nMilner aptly describes the festival’s dual purpose: a gathering of like-minded individuals committed to preserving the craft of barbecue and a collective effort to give back to the community.  \n\n\n\nAs the Holy Smokes BBQ Festival gears up for its third year\, it stands as a beacon of the power of food to unite\, delight\, and contribute to the greater good. \n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation and Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nNORTH CHARLESTON WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/holy-smokes-bbq-festival-2/
LOCATION:Riverfront Park\, 1001 Everglades Dr\, North Charleston\, SC\, 29405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:SBN Invitational Barbecue Championship
DESCRIPTION:The Berkeley Lions Club has joined forces with the City of Moncks Corner to bring the SBN Invitational Barbecue Championship back to Moncks Corner. \n\n\n\nThe SBN Championship will be by invitation.  It will be a  Best of the Best in South Carolina Style contest.   \n\n\n\nThe Grand Champion from each of our contests for the period of one year will be invited to compete in Moncks Corner for a $7500 prize package. \n\n\n\nFriday:\n\n\n\nThe Moncks Corner Rice Ruckus – A contest that must feature one of South Carolina’s earliest cash crops – Rice!  Make us your best rice dish.  No limits\, no restrictions.   \n\n\n\nThe only thing we ask is that the dish feature rice.  This contest will be a people’s choice judging.  Please make enough for 200 samples. \n\n\n\nKids Que –  The Burger will again be the star in this highly successful event.  Kids\, 6 – 16 years old\, under the supervision of a participating cook team or parent will be grilling their best burgers.   \n\n\n\nWe had a great time with this event at the Commissioners Cup and we are expecting another great judging experience at the SBN Championship.  Click here for Kids Que Rules.   \n\n\n\nSaturday:\n\n\n\nThe Championship will be determined by a sum of the best scores in 3 meat categories.  Saturday will also feature a Brisket throwdown and a Sweet Pie throwdown.   \n\n\n\nPork Butts\, Chicken\, and Ribs.  Cooks will be required to bring their own ribs and chicken.  Turn-in time will be as follows. \n\n\n\n\n9 AM Pork\n\n\n\n10 AM Chicken\n\n\n\n11 AM Ribs\n\n\n\n\nThere will be a brisket throwdown at Noon. \n\n\n\nThere are 15 available slots.  Qualifying teams will be contacted by the SBN.  \n\n\n\nThe slots will be determined by inviting the Grand Champions of SBN Contests for the period of 1 year prior to the contest date.  If a team has multiple wins\, we will pass the invitation down to Reserve Champion\, etc. until each contest is represented.   \n\n\n\nThe remaining slots will be filled by inviting the top teams in the points race until all 15 slots are filled. \n\n\n\nThis is going to be an exciting contest.  We are looking forward to a weekend of cooking challenges and fun in Moncks Corner. \n\n\n\nThe throwdowns will be handled in the usual manner.  We will register all of the teams interested in participating after the cook’s meeting.​The cost to enter the Brisket Throwdown will be $25 cash with a 70/30 split between first and second place.  The Lions Club will also provide a tangible prize like a trophy or ribbon. \n\n\n\nWhat You Need to Know:\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\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\nMONCKS CORNER WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/sbn-invitational-barbecue-championship/
LOCATION:Moncks Corner Regional Recreation Complex\, 418 E Main St\, Moncks Corner\, SC\, 29461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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SUMMARY:Sons of American Legion Annual BBQ Cook Off (SBN)
DESCRIPTION:This cook-off has been held for almost two decades.  The event will be sanctioned by the Southern BBQ Network. \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\nCHARLESTON WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/sons-of-american-legion-annual-bbq-cook-off-sbn/
LOCATION:American Legion Post\, 968 Folly Rd.\, Charleston\, SC\, 29412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Nisoff":MAILTO:saljipost147@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Hogs & Hens BBQ Cookoff (SBN)
DESCRIPTION:Abbeville Hogs and Hens BBQ Festival: BBQ\, Fun\, and Community\n\n\n\nSet in the charming town of Abbeville\, the Hogs and Hens BBQ Festival is an annual celebration of food\, music\, and community spirit. Held on the third weekend of October\, this family-friendly event has been drawing thousands of visitors since it kicked off in 2013. With craft vendors\, live music\, and some of the best BBQ around\, it’s no wonder this festival has become a highlight of the year for locals and visitors alike! \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nThe Hogs and Hens BBQ Festival brings together 18 local BBQ vendors\, cooking up delicious ribs\, pulled pork\, and chicken\, all served right in downtown historic Abbeville. In addition to BBQ\, festival-goers can explore craft vendorsstationed at the Livery Stable and along Trinity Street\, browse local businesses\, and enjoy live entertainment on the main stage. \n\n\n\nThis festival is about more than just food—it’s about community. Each year\, the festival selects a beneficiary\, with proceeds going to local causes. Past beneficiaries have included groups like the Abbeville Community Performing Arts Board\, helping fund important initiatives in the area. \n\n\n\nFun for the Whole Family\n\n\n\nThis year’s festival brings even more excitement with the introduction of the Kids Zone on Saturday morning. Located on N. Main St.\, the Kids Zone will feature activities like balloon tennis and DIY crafts\, making it a great spot for families to start their day. \n\n\n\nIf you have a sweet tooth\, don’t miss the new Sweet Street\, featuring vendors specializing in desserts and sugary treats. Located on Washington Street\, Sweet Street will be open on Friday and Saturday\, offering a delicious way to cap off your festival experience. \n\n\n\nFestival Details\n\n\n\n\nDates:\n\nFriday\, 5 PM – 8 PM\n\n\n\nSaturday\, 10 AM – 8 PM\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Downtown Abbeville\, SC\n\n\n\nAdmission: Free to attend; vendors accept cash and cards\n\n\n\nWristband for Alcohol: Beer and wine are available for purchase inside the event area with a wristband. Wristbands must be purchased each day and come with a festival cup.\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Features\n\n\n\n\nSouthern BBQ Network Judge’s Training: On Friday evening\, the Southern BBQ Network will host a judge’s training class at 6 PM at the Opera House. This is a great opportunity for BBQ enthusiasts to get certified as an official BBQ judge!\n\n\n\nRestrooms: Portable restrooms are available throughout the festival\, with accessible options located on W. Pickens St. and Trinity St.\n\n\n\nParking: Parking is available along the outside of Court Square and in designated lots\, with handicap parkingbehind the Livery Stable on Church Street.\n\n\n\n\nCome Join the Fun\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a BBQ lover\, a family looking for a fun day out\, or someone who enjoys local crafts and live entertainment\, the Hogs and Hens BBQ Festival has something for everyone. Enjoy delicious BBQ\, explore the local vendors\, and soak up the community spirit in beautiful downtown Abbeville! \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\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\nABBEVILLE WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/hogs-hens-bbq-cookoff/
LOCATION:Court Square\, 103 Washington St.\, Abbeville\, SC\, 29620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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SUMMARY:The Pig Pickin' Festival in Kingstree
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of BBQ and Community\n\n\n\nFor over half a century\, the Kingstree Pig Pickin’ Festival has drawn visitors from across the region to experience the rich tradition of Williamsburg County’s famous whole hog BBQ.  \n\n\n\nHeld each fall in the heart of Kingstree\, South Carolina\, the festival honors the community’s heritage with food\, fun\, and a healthy dose of Southern hospitality. With a deep history rooted in the local culture\, the Pig Pickin’ Festival remains a can’t-miss event for BBQ enthusiasts and families alike. \n\n\n\n\n\nA BBQ Tradition in Williamsburg County\n\n\n\nKnown worldwide for its whole hog smoked BBQ\, Williamsburg County has become a destination for those seeking an authentic taste of South Carolina’s BBQ tradition.  \n\n\n\nThe Kingstree Pig Pickin’ Festival celebrates this culinary craft with more than two dozen BBQ teams competing to deliver the best pork cooked low and slow. Smoked overnight\, these teams dedicate themselves to perfecting their entries\, vying for prizes and the admiration of festival-goers. \n\n\n\n\nCook-off prizes are awarded in several categories\, showcasing everything from ribs to unique creations in the “Anything Goes” competition\, which has featured inventive dishes in past years. As visitors savor plates of slow-cooked pork\, they can also cast their vote for the People’s Choice Award\, ensuring that everyone has a hand in the fun. \n\n\n\n\nFun for the Whole Family\n\n\n\nThe Pig Pickin’ Festival isn’t just about BBQ—it’s an event designed for everyone.  \n\n\n\n“We are trying to give the community and citizens more to do after hours and provide activities that are family-oriented\,” said Amy Pringle\, the Main Street Kingstree Director. Pringle\, who took the reins of the festival’s leadership in 2024\, has worked hard to bring fresh ideas to the event while maintaining its longstanding traditions. \n\n\n\n\nFor families with children\, the festival offers a dedicated Kids’ Zone that has expanded in recent years to include inflatables\, interactive booths\, and even a gaming truck for older kids and adults. The festival provides plenty of entertainment for all ages\, ensuring that everyone in attendance can find something to enjoy. \n\n\n\n\nA Welcoming Community Atmosphere\n\n\n\nWith its focus on inclusivity and community engagement\, the Pig Pickin’ Festival is designed to bring people together.  \n\n\n\nThe event includes a variety of performances\, from local talent to fun contests like the popular Pig Squealing Contest\, which invites participants to give their best “squeal” for a chance at prizes. \n\n\n\n\n\n“One of our goals is to create an environment where people feel safe when they come downtown and want to return again\,” said Pringle\, highlighting the festival’s friendly and welcoming atmosphere. \n\n\n\nEach year\, the festival continues to grow and evolve\, offering new experiences while holding tight to the traditions that have made it such a beloved part of the local calendar. From food vendors to fireworks\, the Pig Pickin’ Festival serves as a reminder of Kingstree’s commitment to bringing people together and celebrating its cultural heritage. \n\n\n\n\n\nMore Than BBQ\n\n\n\nIn addition to BBQ\, the festival offers a full day of activities\, including a parade that winds through the heart of Kingstree’s downtown and performances showcasing local talent.  \n\n\n\nFestival-goers can explore food trucks and vendors\, and enjoy live music throughout the day. The celebration culminates in a spectacular fireworks display\, lighting up the night sky in true festival fashion. \n\n\n\n\n\nNew additions to the schedule in recent years\, such as a Sunday Gospel Fest\, highlight the festival’s emphasis on community and inclusivity\, offering a relaxing and uplifting way to close out the weekend.  \n\n\n\n“We want everyone to feel welcome\,” Pringle said\, reflecting the festival’s dedication to making every attendee feel like part of the Kingstree family. \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Tradition\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a BBQ connoisseur or simply looking for a family-friendly weekend of fun\, the Kingstree Pig Pickin’ Festival is a must-attend event.  \n\n\n\nWith its blend of tradition\, community spirit\, and modern updates\, it continues to be a celebration that draws people back year after year. Grab a plate\, enjoy the festivities\, and become part of the rich heritage that makes Kingstree and its festival so special. \n\n\n\n\n\nCost to Attend\n\n\n\nThe Kingstree Pig Pickin’ Festival is free to attend\, making it a budget-friendly option for families and BBQ lovers alike.  \n\n\n\nWhile admission to the festival is free\, there are costs for certain activities\, such as the Kids’ Zone\, where wristbands are available for $10 on Saturday for unlimited access to inflatables and the game truck. Additionally\, there will be food vendors and BBQ sales throughout the event\, allowing attendees to purchase meals and snacks from various vendors. \n\n\n\n\n\nFireworks\, live entertainment\, and other general festival activities are typically included without an extra charge. However\, specific competitions\, like the People’s Choice BBQ judging or games\, may have associated fees depending on the activity. \n\n\n\nThis ensures that the festival remains accessible while offering plenty of options for those looking to spend a little extra on food and fun activities​ \n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nKINGSTREE WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/the-pig-pickin-festival-in-kingstree/
LOCATION:Downtown Kingstree\, 132 E Main St\, Kingstree\, SC\, 29556\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Pringle":MAILTO:apringle@kingstree.org
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SUMMARY:Gaston Collard and Barbeque Festival
DESCRIPTION:How do you like your greens? With a side of barbecue? \n\n\n\nIf you like collards and barbecue\, then this is the festival for you. Celebrate the fall harvest at the annual Gaston Collard & BBQ Festival with a parade\, free rides\, games\, antique cars\, live entertainment\, and a barbecue cook-off. \n\n\n\nThere’s even a beauty pageant the spring before the festival. \n\n\n\nIt started out as just collards\,” said Gaston Mayor Troy Bivens. “The people who did it years ago would come together to cook collards and then they’d do the plates and sell them for a fundraiser. When I took over\, we kept that going and I added the barbecue to it. We started doing a barbecue competition.” \n\n\n\nOf course\, barbecue and fixin’s like cornbread\, black-eyed peas\, collard greens\, mac n cheese\, and pound cake will be available. \n\n\n\n(If you’re looking for great collard green recipes to make at home check out Rodney Scott’s collard greens recipe and Melvin’s Legendary collard greens recipe.) \n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, the parade starts the day off right.  After the parade\, the festival begins at 131 North Carlisle Street behind the Gaston Town Hall.  \n\n\n\nThere is live music with bands performing throughout the day and free rides for everyone. Crafters\, vendors\, and exhibitors will also be there showcasing their wares. \n\n\n\nThe kitchen opens at 11:30 and will be selling Collard and Barbeque Plates that include all your favorite Southern specialties – collards\, barbeque\, black-eyed peas\, macaroni and cheese\, cornbread\, pound cake\, and tea or lemonade. \n\n\n\nGaston offers a clean family-friendly festival. No alcohol is allowed on the premises. \n\n\n\nCome join the fun and eat lots of good food at the Gaston Collard and Barbeque Festival held each and every October! \n\n\n\n“It’s just about getting together\, everybody getting out and having a good time\,” Bivens said. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to get an application to enter the cooking contest\, visit the Town of Gaston website here. \n\n\n\nI Love a Parade\n\n\n\nTake a look at this video from the 2015 Gaston Collard and Barbeque Festival parade. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nInfo to Know \n\n\n\n\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\nGASTON SC
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/gaston-collard-bbq-festival/
LOCATION:Gaston Civic Center\, 131 North Carlisle St.\, Gaston\, SC\, 29053\, United States
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SUMMARY:Squealin' on the Square
DESCRIPTION:Squealin’ on the Square celebrates yet another year of bringing family fun and delicious BBQ to the historic downtown. \n\n\n\nThe first weekend of October each year sees the downtown square come alive with live music\, arts & crafts\, food\, and especially BBQ. The two-day event kicks off on Friday and runs through 8 PM on Saturday. \n\n\n\nBBQ vendors will be set up selling barbecue plates and more. \n\n\n\nSquealin’ on the Square is presented by the non-profit\, Main Street Laurens\, as a way of raising funds to assist in their efforts to revitalize the Historic Downtown District. \n\n\n\nAll proceeds from the event go back into the organization to help with projects such as facade grants for businesses\, marketing of the downtown\, decorative lighting in the downtown\, and implementation of the new Downtown Master Plan. \n\n\n\nSo\, we encourage you to mark your calendars and join us for a good time\, good food\, and good friends all while helping revitalize downtown Laurens! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBest Places to Stay Nearby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nLAURENS WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/squealin-on-the-square/
LOCATION:Downtown Square in Laurens\, 200 Courthouse Square\, Laurens\, SC\, 29360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Irick":MAILTO:mail@mainstreetlaurens.org
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Tobin Simpson":MAILTO:tobin@projecthost.org
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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
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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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
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LOCATION:Mauldin Cultural Center\, 101 East Butler Road\, Mauldin\, SC\, 29662\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gina McAtee":MAILTO:gmcatee@mauldincitysc.com
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