BBQ Festival on the Neuse
- Dates
- Expected May 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- To be announced
- Price
- Free
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
BBQ Festival on the Neuse's 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. The last festival was 1 to 2 May 2026 in Kinston , NC. Froligo tracks free-entry details, attendee feedback and travel details.
What to eat & drink
Barbecue is sold at the official Chop Tent and by festival vendors, including take-home sandwiches and pints.
You must try…
- Chopped barbecue from the BBQ Chop Tent
- A barbecue sandwich
- A pint of barbecue to take home
Festival weekend in pictures
The people, producers and atmosphere around the festival.
Watch before you taste
Food tours, crowd favourites and festival highlights.
The experience
What's special
A free downtown Kinston weekend combining a major barbecue programme with more than 150 vendors, music, carnival rides, vehicle shows, children’s activities and a drinks garden
What people love
The dedicated BBQ Chop Tent is the clearest local-food ritual: chopped barbecue is sold from late morning until it runs out
Music & entertainment
Lineup not yet announced. Email me the day it lands.
Getting there
How do I get to BBQ Festival on the Neuse?
By car
Most people drive to BBQ Festival on the Neuse. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
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If you are hiring a car, it is worth checking parking near the venue before you go.
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Where
Map shows the centre of Kinston . The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near BBQ Festival on the Neuse?
Airport hotels 3
420 Moye Boulevard, Greenville, NC 27834
Link coming soon1820 West 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Link coming soon450 Moye Boulevard, Greenville, NC 27834
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Pricing
Watch
Kinston's BBQ Fest on the Neuse kicks off, WNCT-TV 9 On Your Side on YouTube
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