Friendliest BBQ Competition
in the South!
11th Annual Amatuer BBQ Cook-Off and Festival
Saturday, April 25, 2026
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Backyard chefs go snout to snout at the friendliest amateur BBQ competition in the South, competing for ultimate bragging rights during the 11th annual Battle Below the Clouds, benefiting the Lana’s Love Foundation!
Spectator admission is free to the all-day festival (donations to Lana’s Love encouraged)! Enjoy live bluegrass and fun activities for kids. Vote for your favorite team to win the 2026 People’s Choice Award.
Early Registration for Previous Competitors: Monday, February 23, 2026
Team Registration Opens to the Public: Monday, March 2, 2026
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Click HERE for 2025 Competition Info and Rules
