# Event Details

- **Event Name**: NATIONAL BARBECUE & GRILLING ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 25 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Tuffy Stone to Speak at the 2026 NBBQA 35th Anniversary Conference
The National Barbecue & Grilling Association is proud to announce that Tuffy Stone, World Champion Pitmaster and one of the most respected names in barbecue, will be speaking at the 2026 NBBQA 35th Anniversary Conference — Now That’s Smokin’ — March 25–28, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Known as “The Professor” for his disciplined, detail-driven approach to competition barbecue, Tuffy Stone has earned multiple World Championships and national titles while building a brand recognized across television, restaurants, and competitive circuits.
But what sets Tuffy apart isn’t just trophies — it’s systems, leadership, and business acumen.
At this milestone 35th Anniversary event, Tuffy will share insights on:
� The mindset of a champion
� Precision and process in competition cooking
� Building a sustainable barbecue brand
� Transitioning from competition to business success
� Leadership in high-performance environments
For 35 years, NBBQA has brought together the leaders of the barbecue industry. In 2026, we celebrate that legacy in Nashville — and Tuffy Stone is part of that story.
If you are serious about barbecue — whether you compete, own a restaurant, manufacture products, or aspire to grow in this industry — this is a session you will not want to miss.
� Nashville, Tennessee
� March 25–28, 2026
� Registration now open at NBBQA.org
#NowThatsSmokin #NBBQA #BetterTogether
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nashville/national-barbecue-and-grilling-association-conference/200029720715044
- **Event Categories**: business, conferences, contests, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 289

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Nashville
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Travellers Rest Historic House Museum
- **lat**: 36.07356
- **long**: -86.76552
- **full address**: Travellers Rest Historic House Museum, Farrell Pkwy,Nashville, Tennessee, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is NATIONAL BARBECUE & GRILLING ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE being held?
  - **A:** NATIONAL BARBECUE & GRILLING ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE takes place on Wed, 25 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Travellers Rest Historic House Museum, Farrell Pkwy,Nashville, Tennessee, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing NATIONAL BARBECUE & GRILLING ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE?
  - **A:** NATIONAL BARBECUE & GRILLING ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE is organized by National Barbecue & Grilling Association.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** NATIONAL BARBECUE & GRILLING ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nashville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 280+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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