3rd Annual "Smoke on the Harbor BBQ Throwdown"

Event Details

The 3rd Annual “Smoke on the Harbor BBQ Throwdown” hosted by Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina will be a fully sanctioned national event with the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS).

This State Championship will feature two days of barbeque competition within a large competitor and vendor village centered around The Lookout Pavilion. Public sampling of chicken wings and pork butts will be available for purchase, along with numerous options for food and refreshments. Enjoy live music performances, a cocktail competition, and a Kids Zone w/ "Drop Off" option, all within a family friendly, casual and fun atmosphere.

Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina will also host a Food Drive benefiting the Lowcountry Food Bank. Patrons will be encouraged to bring non-perishable food items and receive $5.00 off admission.

Competition categories include Chicken Wings, Chicken, Pork Ribs, Pork, and Beef Brisket. The chicken wings contest will be held on the evening of Friday, November 14th. Chicken, Pork Ribs, Pork, and Beef Brisket, entries will be turned in Saturday, November 15th. Teams must compete in all of Saturday’s categories to be eligible for Grand Champion or Reserve Grand Champion Awards.

Teams are also required to compete in the People’s Choice Wings and KCBS Chicken Wings contests Friday night and the BBQ for the Public on Saturday.

Cook sites and vendor village will be located at the Lookout Pavilion at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, 20 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464.

General Admission: $10
Bring 5 Canned Goods for Food Drive- $5 Admission

Kids 12 & Under: Free
Sampling Tickets: $1 = 1 Ticket = 1oz. Sample