The fifth annual Pinehurst Barbecue Festival is a Celebration of Taste and Tradition, featuring award-winning Pitmaster Christopher Prieto along with many of North Carolina’s celebrated pitmasters in one of the most picturesque settings in the state.

Presented by US Foods, Carolina Co-Packing, Our State Magazine and Pinehurst Resort, the three-day festival - headlined by Prieto - is staged in the Village of Pinehurst, offers a unique culinary experience of various mouthwatering barbecue meats and traditional sides.

 

Pinehurst Barbecue Festival Events

Friday, August 29, 2025:
High On The Hog Gourmet
Pitmaster Dinner
Pinehurst Fair Barn
6:30pm-8:30pm

Saturday, August 30, 2025
”Q”-School Grilling Class
Pinehurst Brewing Co.
10:00am-12:00pm

Bourbon & Bites
North & South Bar, The Manor
5:00pm-7:00pm

Barbecue Reimagined
Sandhills Community College
6:00pm-8:00pm

Sunday, August 31, 2025:
Christopher Prieto
Pitmaster Invitational
Village of Pinehurst
Early Admission*
: 11:00am
Regular Admission: Noon
Event Ends: 5:00pm

*Early Entry Ticket Required

High On The Hog Gourmet Pitmaster Dinner - August 29

Gourmet Barbecue, cocktails and good times hosted by the Food Network’s “Chopped” Champion Adam Hughes!

“Q” School Grilling Class - August 30

Pinehurst’s golf courses have played host to many “Q Schools” over the years, but none quite like this one. Join us at the Pinehurst Brewing Company on Saturday for a crash course in grilling and barbecue.

Bourbon & Bites - August 30

Discover the intricacies of fine whiskey with tasting of bourbons and paired appetizers, located inside the North & South Bar at The Manor on Saturday evening. Must be 21+ to purchase tickets for or attend this event. Each participant will receive a free cigar, compliments of Specialty Cigars.

Barbecue Reimagined - August 30

Presented by Sandhills Community College, Got To Be NC, the NC Department of Agriculture, Barbecue “Reimagined” features culinary and mixology Chef Ambassadors from the North Carolina Chef Showdown who will showcase NC protein, produce and products.

Christopher Prieto Pitmaster Invitational - August 31

On Sunday, join legendary Pitmasters from around North Carolina for a sampling of meats including Whole Hog, Ribs, Brisket and Poultry, served with all of the fixins’. Barbecue vendors will be around the Village of Pinehurst for you to try their sauces and other products.

Contact

Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have about the Pinehurst Barbecue Festival.

Email: info@pinehurstbarbecuefestival.com

Peter Stilwell, Co-Founder
910.215.0861

Dave Droschak, Co-Founder
919.630.6656