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SUMMARY:Hog on the Hill (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:Hog on the Hill BBQ Cook-Off overview\n\n\n\nHog on the Hill is an annual barbecue cook-off in Chester that brings together South Carolina Barbeque Association (SCBA) teams and local cooks for a weekend built around smoked pork\, friendly competition\, and a community crowd. It is typically held the first weekend in May and is organized by the Chester Downtown Development Association. \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat attendees can expect\n\n\n\nThe event is designed as a downtown-style barbecue gathering where visitors can sample competition barbecue\, listen to live music\, and enjoy family-friendly activities. A kids area and additional attractions are often part of the setup\, making it an easy outing for groups who want food\, entertainment\, and a relaxed outdoor vibe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBarbecue competitions and categories\n\n\n\nHog on the Hill centers on two main competitive tracks that tend to shape the weekend: \n\n\n\n\nSCBA-sanctioned barbecue cook-off (the main event on Saturday)\n\n\n\n“Anything Butt” competition\, held Friday night\, featuring entries that are not pork shoulder or Boston butt \n\n\n\n\nWinners are typically announced on Saturday afternoon.  \n\n\n\n\n\nHow public tasting typically works\n\n\n\nPublic sampling is usually ticket-based. Cook teams provide small samples to attendees in exchange for tickets purchased at the information booth. This setup lets visitors try barbecue from multiple teams in one stop\, then circle back to favorites before the day wraps up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMusic\, kid-friendly activities\, and the overall vibe\n\n\n\nIn addition to barbecue\, Hog on the Hill includes live music and a designated kids area. Many attendees treat it like a picnic\, bringing a blanket and settling in to eat\, listen\, and people-watch between tasting rounds. \n\n\n\n\n\nOther happenings nearby\n\n\n\nIn some years\, Hog on the Hill weekend has paired well with other downtown events\, including Chester’s Downhill Derby on Gadsden Street (hosted by the Chester Rotary)\, giving visitors another reason to make a full day of it. (This is often scheduled separately\, so it is best treated as a “may also be happening” bonus rather than a guarantee.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBringing barbecue home\n\n\n\nFor visitors who want more than samples\, the event often offers a way to purchase barbecue to take home before leaving\, which is a good option for anyone who wants to keep the cook-off flavors going after the weekend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArea Lodging\, Dining\, and More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nCHESTER WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/hog-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:Downtown Chester\, 100 Cadz Street\, Chester\, SC\, 29706\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pig in the Park (SCBA)
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Pig In Park Festival!\n\n\n\nAttention BBQ lovers! The annual Pig in the Park Barbecue Festival and Cookoff is just around the corner\, and it promises to be an event that you won't want to miss.  \n\n\n\nAs always\, the festival will be held on both Friday and Saturday in Williamston's Mineral Spring Park. \n\n\n\nFriday's activities kick off at 12 noon and run until 9 p.m. There will be plenty of delicious barbecue and food sales to sample from\, as well as craft vendors and a children's play area.  \n\n\n\nSaturday's festivities begin at 10 a.m. and run until 6 p.m. You can expect more food sales\, craft and sales vendors\, a children's play area\, and live entertainment.  \n\n\n\nThe judging of the BBQ competition will begin at 10 a.m.\, with the presentation of BBQ Championship Awards at 2:30 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSample It All\n\n\n\nFor those looking to sample a little bit of everything\, the Williamston Masonic Lodge will be selling wristbands for all-you-can-eat barbecue samples starting on Saturday morning. \n\n\n\nFor just $10\, you can get a two-ounce sample of barbecue from each competitor at their location\, and it will continue as long as the barbecue lasts.  \n\n\n\nBut remember\, no samples will be given out without a wristband. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat's more\, this is a charity event. Net proceeds support local community causes\, often including organizations such as the Christian Learning Center\, Operation Care\, and the Williamston Masonic Lodge. \n\n\n\nIf you're planning on attending the festival\, be prepared for some mouth-watering BBQ and lots of fun.  \n\n\n\nRemember to check the forecast and dress appropriately\, bring sunscreen and hats\, and stay hydrated. And if you plan on staying overnight\, be sure to book your accommodations in advance. \n\n\n\nThis is the perfect event for anyone who loves good food and supporting a great cause. So mark your calendars and come on down to the Pig in the Park Festival in Williamston\, SC.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events\n\n\n\nFriday \n\n\n\n\n12 Noon - 9 PM - BBQ & Food Sales\, Craft/Sales Vendors & Children's Play Area\n\n\n\n\nSaturday \n\n\n\n\n10 AM - 6 PM - Food sales\, craft vendors\, a children’s area\, and live music\n\n\n\n10 AM - Judging of BBQ Begins\n\n\n\n2:30 PM - Presentation of BBQ Championship Awards\n\n\n\n11:00 am - 6 PM (or until gone) - Wristband sampling available while barbecue lasts (wristband required)\n\n\n\n\nBring a lawn chair and enjoy a fun-filled day of entertainment\, food\, and good family fun. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Location\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLodging\, Dining\, and More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeather Forecast\n\n\n\nWILLIAMSTON WEATHER
URL:https://destination-bbq.com/event/pig-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Mineral Spring Park\, 121 West Main Street\, Williamston\, SC\, 29697\, United States
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