# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Bear-B-Q
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: www.bearbqnc.com

BBQ Festival and KCBS Professional BBQ competition.   Come out and experience some of the best BBQ in the world.   The Pros are coming to town competing in the KCBS 4 meat Championship.   Vendors will be on site such as Recteq, Weber, Smokin Brothers, Gateway Drum Smokers, Big Green Egg, Traeger and several seasoning companies.  All cooking up some delicious treats for you to try.

There will be a People’s Choice where you get to be the judge and try a variety of BBQ and judge the competitors.  The People’s Choice will benefit the CarolinaEast Foundation.

There will be a Kid’s-Q open to the public, sponsored by Weber.   If your kid likes to BBQ, get them registered for a Chance to show off their skills and a chance to be crowned the Bear-B-Q champion and take home an award and prize Money.

Vendor locations are still open if you want to advertise your product or services.  Vendors are open to anyone interested in joining our festivities.   You don’t need to be a BBQ vendor.   This is a community event and we want you all to get involved.

Sponsorships are still available for a short time before we need to Close the opportunity to ensure printing is completed.

Come join us for all the food and fun.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-bern/bear-b-q/200029465247325
- **Event Categories**: contests, sports, festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 93

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029465247325?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=new+bern-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: New Bern
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Downtown New Bern
- **lat**: 35.107687
- **long**: -77.04044
- **full address**: Downtown New Bern, New Bern, North Carolina, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Bear-B-Q being held?
  - **A:** Bear-B-Q takes place on Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Downtown New Bern, New Bern, North Carolina, United States.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Bear-B-Q is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Bern, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 90+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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