The BBQ throwdown over a decade in the making!
The BBQ throwdown over a decade in the making!
After over a decade-long break, the ultimate BBQ showdown is back!
Join us for three unforgettable days at Eisenhower Park, where the nation’s top BBQ teams battle for $100,000. Meet legendary live-fire pitmasters, savor tons of BBQ samples, groove to live music, sip on local brews, and get in on all the family-friendly fun – it's the ultimate summer event of 2025!
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!
Get ready for a weekend packed with world-class BBQ, live music, epic food, and unforgettable experiences at the National BBQ Festival in Eisenhower Park, Nassau County!
Choose from General Admission or VIP tickets to access unlimited BBQ samples, meet top pitmasters, enjoy live entertainment, and so much more.
Don't miss out. Get your tickets now before they sell out!
The Competition
Competitors from the BBQ capitals of the world will battle for the champion title and top honors. With a $100,000 purse, the stakes (and the flames) are high.
And because BBQ is more than just the basics, the competition includes some of our favorite ancillary categories and a few New York favorites.
View competition categories, rules, payouts, entry fees & add-on information.
Calling all teams!
Don’t miss this epic BBQ showdown!
Register your team and secure your space at the National BBQ Festival.
What To Expect
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Live Fire Tasting Tent
Unlimited samples fresh off the grill
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Kids Zone & Arcade
Because BBQ should be fun for everyone
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Live Music
Epic headliners including hip-hop, country, and family favorites
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Demos & Pairings
Join small-group classes led by BBQ all-stars—learn their secrets, then savor their creations
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BBQ Marketplace
Shop merch, gear, and local essentials
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The Best Pitmasters
Award-winning pitmasters from Nassau County and beyond
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Celebrity Judges & MCs
All-stars ready to crown the BBQ royalty of 2025
Live Fire
Where BBQ Legends Take the Stage
This is where the magic happens. The Live Fire Zone is the beating heart of NBF—where top pitmasters, chefs, and live-fire cooking pros go all out, turning up the heat and delivering bold, flame-kissed flavors. Watch Thyron Mathews bring his championship-winning style, Misty Banchero prove that the pit isn’t just for the boys, and many more live-fire legends. Come hungry. Leave inspired.
Pitmaster Demos
Get Up Close with the Masters
Want to learn the secrets of championship BBQ? Step into our Pitmaster Demo Series, where world-class BBQ pros break down their techniques, share insider tips, and cook up some of the most mouthwatering bites you’ll ever taste. Catch Tuffy Stone, Phil "The Grill" Johnson, Rylee Wright (Steak Princess), and more as they show you how the best do BBQ.
Live Music
BBQ, Beats & Live Entertainment
Great BBQ deserves a great soundtrack. We’re bringing an incredible lineup of live entertainment to keep the energy high all weekend long. Warren G headlines Saturday night, while JD Leonard, The Legendary DJ Belal, and more keep the party going. Stay tuned for more artist announcements!
Why Nassau County?
Because Nassau County deserves BBQ greatness. After 14 years, we’re bringing back this legendary event with more flavor, fire, and fun than ever. Whether you’re a BBQ fanatic, a foodie, or just looking for the ultimate summer weekend, National BBQ Festival is for you.
Close to JFK, Laguardia, and Newark International Airports, plus MacArthur Regional Airport
Connects to NYC via Long Island Rail Road (Westbury Station)
More than 100 beaches in the region
Award-winning restaurants, museums, and historical sites
