SOUTHERN BBQ NETWORK SANCTIONED COMPETITION
RAIN OR SHINE
APRIL 17 & 18, 2026
THE EVENT
Great Food, Good Music, Grand Times!
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FRIDAY NIGHT | 5 - 8pm
BBQ & Bluegrass
Entertainment TBA
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SATURDAY | 11am - 3pm
​Competition Day
Entertainment TBA
Alcohol vendors TBA!
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Kids entertainment TBA!
ABOUT US
Pork in the Park, sanctioned by the Southern Barbecue Network, elevates the talent and intensifies the competition among participants. This yearly gathering showcases delectable BBQ from the entire southeast region. Join us at Memorial Park, where you can relish in live music while savoring exceptional food. Family-friendly, inflatables and activities for kids will also be on hand. Come with your loved ones to indulge in the finest Southern barbecue!
COMPETITION
CHICKEN
RIBS
BOSTON BUTT
Teams Compete in 3 Categories to
Win Grand Champion of the Newberry Pork in the Park
Certified Southern Barbecue Network
Judges Rule on Who's 'Cue They Deem Best
UP FOR GRABS​
In each category:
3rd $150 & Trophy
2nd $250 & Trophy
1st $400 & Trophy
$300 RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION
$600 GRAND CHAMPION
Interested in competition?
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