About The Bentonville BBQ Festival
This first-of-its-kind BBQ festival brings together 10+ of the best BBQ pitmasters from across the United States.
Each pitmaster will showcase their unique skills and serve up the finest barbecue you've ever tasted. An all-you-can-eat amount!
With local live music, cold drinks, and endless smoky goodness, it's the perfect way to kick off your summer. Plus, children ten and under get in free with the purchase of a General Admission ticket.
Bentonville BBQ Festival is a clear bag event.
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PITMASTERS
FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY
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Featured Guests
Get ready to meat the legends of the BBQ world! Our featured guests are fired up and ready to bring their A-game to the grill. Don't miss your chance to rub elbows with the best in the business – it's going to be a smokin' good time!
Author of Thank You for Smoking and Chief of Flavor for Fire & Smoke Society from Austin, TX.
ACF Chef, award-winning recipe developer, TV personality, and pitmaster from Michigan.
Paula Disbrowe
David Olson
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BBQ of All Flavors
TRADITIONAL | TEXAS Style | FUTURE
Unique flavors, smoking techniques, and serving styles inspire our 3 BBQ villages
TRADITIONAL
Heritage Village
Get fired up at Heritage Village, where the rich history and timeless traditions of BBQ are smoked to perfection. This special section is a grill-lover's paradise, celebrating the art of traditional BBQ with a flavorful twist. Heritage Village offers a mouthwatering experience that honors the roots of BBQ.
Swig & Swine BBQ
Brothers BBQ
Scotts BBQ
Rodney Scott's BBQ
TEXAS STYLE
Lonestar Village
Welcome to Lonestar Village, where the spirit of Texas BBQ comes alive! This section is dedicated to the smoky, savory, and downright delicious flavors that make Texas BBQ legendary. Lonestar Village is more than just a BBQ haven—it's a celebration of the Lone Star State's rich culinary heritage.
Wright's BBQ
2M Smokehouse
Green Street
Beach BBQ
FUTURE
Tomorrow-Q Village
Step into Tomorrow-Q Village, where BBQ meets innovation! This cutting-edge section showcases the BBQ styles of the future, blending tradition with technology to create flavors of the future. Tomorrow-Q Village is where the future sizzles, and every bite is a glimpse into the next generation of BBQ.
Home Team BBQ
Tropical Smokehouse
Blue Oak BBQ
Gene's BBQ
Ridgewood Brothers
Flames of Generosity
Hogs for the Cause is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families battling pediatric brain cancer. Their mission is to alleviate the financial burden of cancer treatment, allowing families to focus on their child's recovery.
Through hosting BBQ festivals and other fundraising events, they provide financial assistance for families in need of support during their child's treatment. All proceeds from our festival tickets will benefit Hogs For The Cause, helping them continue their vital work and support more families in need.
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Presenting Sponsor
Sponsors
Needing a Place to stay?
While this mouth-watering event lasts just one day, there's a whole lot more to explore and enjoy in Northwest Arkansas. From the smoky aroma of BBQ pits to the vibrant local culture, your adventure doesn't have to end when the last rib is gone.
And here's the cherry on top: We've proudly partnered with Doubletree Suites Bentonville to offer you a sizzling15% off the best available rate! So, why not extend your stay and indulge in all the region has to offer?
