# Event Details - **Event Name**: “Smokers, Sauced, and Cigars” - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm - **Event Description**: SMOKE IT: TIRES, MEAT & CIGARS ?? The Hitch’s Inaugural Fourth of July Weekend BBQ Championship Think your BBQ is the best around? Everybody’s got that uncle. Everybody knows that guy. The one who swears his brisket is unbeatable, his ribs are legendary, and his secret rub recipe belongs in a vault. Well… It’s time to prove it. The Hitch is looking for 10 pitmaster teams ONLY to battle it out for cash, trophies, bragging rights, and the honor of becoming the very first Smoke It Grand Champion. ⚠️ Only 10 competition spots are available. Once they’re gone, registration closes. No exceptions. ⸻ ? WHAT’S ON THE LINE? The Grand Champion will take home: ? Engraved Smoke It Championship Cleaver Trophy ? Cash Prize ? Wall of Fame Recognition at The Hitch ? Year-Long Bragging Rights This isn’t some plastic trophy from Amazon. This is a custom engraved cleaver mounted on wood that will become a yearly tradition and one of the most coveted awards in the region. ⸻ ? BBQ COMPETITION CATEGORIES ? Best Brisket ? Best Chicken ? Best Pork Chop Plus: ? Grand Champion ? People’s Choice Champion ⸻ ? PEOPLE’S CHOICE CHAMPION The public gets a vote. Guests will sample BBQ and cast their ballots for their favorite team. The winning team receives: ? People’s Choice Plaque ?‍? Custom Team Apron Set featuring The Hitch logo and a championship slogan ? Social Media Recognition Because sometimes the crowd knows best. ⸻ ?️ BBQ SAUCE & SEASONING SHOWDOWN Think your sauce is better than everyone else’s? Prove that too. Separate vendor spaces are available for: ? BBQ Sauce Makers ? Seasoning & Rub Companies ? Specialty BBQ Products Sell your products directly to attendees while competing for: ? Sauce Master Champion Trophy ? People’s Choice Sauce Award ?‍? Championship Apron Set ? Cash Payout ⸻ ? LIVE MUSIC Live Music ? 11AM – 2PM Cold drinks. Great food. Good people. The way a Fourth of July weekend should be. ⸻ ? MAKE MONEY WHILE YOU COMPETE Competitors are encouraged to: ? Sell samples ? Sell plates ? Promote their business ? Build their following We’re not just giving you a chance to win. We’re giving you a chance to show off what you do. ⸻ ? TEAM SETUP Teams may begin setting up the evening before the event. Roll in, get comfortable, fire up the smokers, and get ready for battle. ⸻ ? EVENT DAY ? 8am Pitmasters arrive and prepare ? Public Welcome ? Judging Begins 4pm ? Winners announced at 6pm ? 4pm People’s Choice Sampling ? 6pm Awards Ceremony ? Watch the Wewahitchka fireworks show in the parking lot and after party at The Hitch. ⸻ ?? THE QUESTION IS… Who has the best BBQ in Gulf County? Who’s taking home the cleaver? Who’s earning bragging rights until next year? And who’s leaving wishing they had entered? ? Only 10 teams will find out. Message The Hitch now to claim your spot before they’re gone. #SmokeItTiresMeatAndCigars #TheHitch #BBQChampionship #PitmasterChallenge #RedWhiteAndBBQ #WewaEvents #FourthOfJulyWeekend #WhoTakesTheCleaverHome ????? - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wewahitchka/smokers-sauced-and-cigars/200030165725759 - **Event Categories**: sports, music, entertainment, live-music, contests, fourth-of-july, fireworks, 4th-of-july-fireworks, parties, fourth-of-july-bbq-festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 12 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Wewahitchka - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: 114 HWY 22, Wewahitchka, FL - **lat**: 30.11247 - **long**: -85.20057 - **full address**: 114 HWY 22, Wewahitchka, FL, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: “Smokers, Sauced, and Cigars” - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/a3c84b0351313198f3c4fd57a0460379ed48a21c2322323f863990f0a2774502-rimg-w960-h475-dcffffff-gmir?v=1782844887 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Smokers, Sauced, and Cigars being held? - **A:** Smokers, Sauced, and Cigars takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 114 HWY 22, Wewahitchka, FL, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Smokers, Sauced, and Cigars ? - **A:** Smokers, Sauced, and Cigars is organized by The Hitch. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Smokers, Sauced, and Cigars is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wewahitchka, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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