BBQ Fest on the Neuse

05/04/2026

We cannot wait to see you all again!

05/04/2026

Congratulations to all the winners!

The 45th annual BBQ Fest on the Neuse returned to downtown Kinston with competition, crowds and a full slate of cook teams competing in the Hog Happenin’ cook-off.

05/02/2026

The festival is still open but the 2pm show with Nicholas Vernon and the 4pm show with No Quarter Brass Band has been canceled due to unsafe conditions on the stage because of rain.

05/02/2026

45th Annual Hog Happenin’ Award Ceremony🐷

05/02/2026

Mindset is everything and ours is FUN AND BBQ. Come support everyone who made this event possible and get you some grub!!!🐷🐷🐷

05/02/2026

Live from BBQ Fest Mayors Key to the City Ceremony

05/02/2026

This sweet child has had the best time in the puddles!
"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass - its about learning to dance in the rain!"

05/02/2026

TAPS Choir is on the Herritage St. Stage!🌟🐷

05/02/2026

Can you name a more beautiful sight?!😍🐷 Head over to the chop tent to grab a sandwich & pint!
You can also pre-order here:

https://kinstonbbq.com/buy-bbq

05/02/2026

Available for pick-up ONLY on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 11am-1pm. https://kinstonbbq.com/buy-bbq

Pick-up locations:

1. BBQ Chop Tent (corner of Caswell Street and Herritage Street)

2. Visitor’s Center (101 E. New Bern Road) or

3. Historic Grainger Stadium (400 E Grainger Ave).

Just show up with your printed receipt or email to pick up your order!