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The Smokehouse

Where Fire, Flavor & Tradition Meet.

THE SMOKEHOUSE

Step into the heart of live-fire cooking, where pitmasters, grill masters, and smoke specialists bring the heat. From brisket and ribs to turkey legs, whole hog, seafood boils, regional BBQ styles, and bold sauces, this is where the festival gets smoky.

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WHAT’S COOKING?

Low & Slow. Hot & Fast. All Smoke.

From regional barbecue traditions to open-flame favorites, The Smokehouse celebrates the pitmasters, techniques, sauces, and flavors that make American barbecue legendary.

Why Work With Us

Personalized service tailored to your unique needs.

Experienced professionals dedicated to your success.

Proven results that speak for themselves.

What’s Going On In The Smokehouse??

Regional BBQ Styles

Taste BBQ Across America

From Carolina vinegar and Memphis dry rubs to Texas brisket, Kansas City sauce, Alabama white sauce, and more.

BBQ Competition

Who Takes the Crown?


Cheer on competing pitmasters, taste the results, and help decide the People’s Choice winner.

Sauce & Flavor

Sweet. Tangy. Spicy. Bold.


Discover signature sauces, rubs, marinades, and regional flavor traditions from across the country.

Live-Fire Cooking

See the Fire. Smell the Smoke.


Watch pitmasters work over wood, charcoal, open pits, and offset smokers as the flavor comes alive.

Meet our BBQ Grill Masters and Brands

Vendor list Will Update As Vendors Are Added

Fun-filled Entertainment

Meet the Street Food Chefs

Enjoy live music, street performances, and other entertainment as you indulge in the best street food in town. Bring your friends and family and make it a day to remember!

Meet the Street Food Chefs

Meet the Street Food Chefs

Meet the chefs behind your favorite street food dishes and learn about their culinary techniques and inspirations. You might even get a chance to taste some of their signature dishes!

A Range of Flavors and Spices

A Range of Flavors and Spices

From sweet to savory, spicy to mild, our festival has it all. Discover a range of flavors and spices that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

Family-friendly Fun

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A Range of Flavors and Spices

We've got a range of activities for all ages. From face painting to fun games, bring your little ones and make it a family affair!

Support Local Business

Support Local Business

Support Local Business

By attending our festival, you'll be supporting local street food vendors and helping them grow. Join us in our mission to promote and celebrate the diversity of street food.

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