# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival set for October 18 in Dunwoody - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Get ready to chow down on some mouthwatering kosher BBQ and good vibes with fellow food lovers!About this EventAtlanta’s Premier Kosher BBQ Festival Returns October 18 with a New Dunwoody Location25 Pitmaster Teams Prepare to Feed 4,000+ Attendees in Brisket, Ribs, Chicken, and Chili Showdown Near Perimeter MallATLANTA, August 27, 2026 — The Atlanta Jewish Life Foundation is proud to announce the return of the annual Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Celebrating community, culture, and culinary excellence, the festival moves to a NEW location at 66 Perimeter Center East in Dunwoody, Georgia (conveniently situated near Perimeter Mall). The family-friendly event will take place, rain or shine, offering free admission to the public.At the heart of the festival is a high-stakes Kosher BBQ Competition featuring approximately 25 pitmaster teams vying for top honors in four competitive categories: Brisket, Beef Ribs, Chicken, and Chili. Supervised strictly by the Atlanta Kashruth Commission (AKC), the event ensures complete compliance with kosher food handling requirements, allowing all spectrums of the Jewish community and broader Atlanta residents to gather and enjoy authentic Southern BBQ together. Over 4,000 BBQ enthusiasts and community supporters attended last year’s festival.“The Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival is about bringing people together across all backgrounds through a shared love of great food and community,” said Jacqueline Morris, Executive Director. “Our new Dunwoody venue gives us even more space to welcome families, foodies, and competition teams for an unforgettable autumn Sunday.”In addition to the competition, festivalgoers will enjoy:Delicious BBQ Tasting: Public tasting tickets are $1.25 each, available both in advance online and on-site.Vendor Village & Live Music: Explore local artisans, community organizations, and live music performances throughout the day.Kids’ Zone & Family Activities: Interactive entertainment and fun activities designed for children of all ages.Silent Auction: Bid on exciting packages including sporting event tickets, concert passes, dining gift cards, luxury stays, and travel opportunities.EVENT AT A GLANCEDate & Time:Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Rain or Shine)New Location:66 Perimeter Center East, Dunwoody, GA 30346 (Near Perimeter Mall)Admission:FREE to the public | Tasting Tickets $1.25 eachWebsite & Details:https://theatlantakosherbbq.com/Kashruth Supervision:Atlanta Kashruth Commission (AKC)Get Involved: Competition Teams, Vendors & Silent AuctionYou do not have to be Jewish to field a competition team or participate. For a $700 entry fee, the festival provides all kosher materials: two Weber Kettles, charcoal, brisket, beef ribs, chicken, ground beef/beans for chili, and official rub/sauce ingredients. Teams bring a 10x10 canopy, secret recipes, and pitmaster skills. Click to register your team and learn more about the competition. For more information about how to field a BBQ team, reach out to Jacqueline Morris at teams.AKBF@gmail.com.To inquire about vendor/sponsorship opportunities or reach out with questions, contact Jacqueline Morris at pitboss.AKBF@gmail.com.Silent Auction Donations: We are currently accepting tax-deductible item donations including sporting event tickets, concert passes, restaurant gift cards, timeshare stays, or trips. To showcase your business to over 4,000 attendees and contribute to the auction, please or contact pitboss.AKBF@gmail.com for details.Proceeds from the Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival benefit vital local programs, including the Atlanta Jewish Times, the Atlanta Jewish Connector, the Atlanta Jewish Life Festival, and broader community outreach initiatives.For more details, please visit the Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival webpage, the Facebook page, YouTube, 11Alive’s segment on the 2021 Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival, or No Pork on the Fork to get a flavor of what the Festival is all about. Photo Gallery.About the Atlanta Jewish Life Foundation:The Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival is managed by the Atlanta Jewish Life Foundation (a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization) and was originally founded by the Hebrew Order of David International. The Foundation connects and enriches the Atlanta community through cultural festivals, educational programming, and print/digital publications including the Atlanta Jewish Times and the Atlanta Jewish Connector. For more information, visit https://atlantajewishlifefoundation.com/about-us. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/e37fe4a0-c5b8-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w600-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e38f7500-c5b8-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w1108-h740-dc480808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e3a8c960-c5b8-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w1110-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/e3c63c70-c5b8-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w1110-h740-dc383828-gmir.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_UAo3kdJdYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bpe42Tby5zw - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dunwoody/2026-atlanta-kosher-bbq-festival-set-for-october-18-in-dunwoody/100001999796517216 - **Event Categories**: festivals, music, contests, entertainment, nonprofit, concerts, live-music, it, kids, fourth-of-july-bbq-festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: All Ages - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Parking lot - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Dunwoody - **state**: GA - **country**: United States - **location**: Parking lot - **lat**: 33.9208426 - **long**: -84.33251150000001 - **full address**: Parking lot, 66 Perimeter Center East, Dunwoody, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival set for October 18 in Dunwoody - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c3423d661cad7fa49a23b02c4da7105f977bffb76e17165aa4c4629e77596c1d-rimg-w500-h334-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1789519808 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival set for October 18 in Dunwoody being held? - **A:** 2026 Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival set for October 18 in Dunwoody takes place on Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Parking lot, 66 Perimeter Center East, Dunwoody, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival set for October 18 in Dunwoody? - **A:** 2026 Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival set for October 18 in Dunwoody is organized by Atlanta Jewish Life Foundation, Inc.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Atlanta Kosher BBQ Festival set for October 18 in Dunwoody is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dunwoody, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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