The people behind the smokers are more than just BBQ experts. They're strangers that become family, helpin' hands when you're in need, a fury of passion for doing the right thing... and they make the spirit of '68 come to life.
Bill Gillespie from Smokin' Hoggz BBQ is a stand-out competitor, a strong bind of the BBQ community, and this year's recipient of the Spirit of '68 Award. Listen to his teammate and life-long friend, Alan Burke, share more about him.
Don't Miss Smokin' Showdown 2018
When it comes to great BBQ & havin' a good time, we are experts. Join us today at #SmokinShowdown.
The good times are rollin' into the night with High Valley takin' the stage at 6:30pm, and Rodney Atkins performing at 8:30pm.
Sonny's Smokin' Showdown 2018
This is the most epic BBQ competition around, slathered with pitmastery from around the world.
Join us to witness the competition, see amazin' acts like Rodney Atkins and High Valley, enjoy family fun, and sink your teeth into mouthwaterin' BBQ. Get your tickets here: bit.ly/SmokinShowdown2018 #SmokinShowdown
Smokin' Showdown 2018 Sponsors
When it comes to putting on the most epic BBQ compeition around, we couldn't do it without our amazin' sponsors. Thank you!
We take slow smoked BBQ seriously around here. We'll be givin' away an Ole Hickory Pits smoker at #SmokinShowdown so you can enjoy all of your BBQ favorites at home.
Visit the Information Booth to enter the Ole Hickory Pits Smoker Raffle. Raffle tickets are $10 each or 12 for $100. Tag a friend that would love to win this Pitmaster approved prize.
How would you like to win 2 tickets to Sonny's Smokin Showdown Invitational on March 3? There are many reasons you won't want to miss out, like: Rodney Atkins, family fun, slow-smoked BBQ, and because it's the most epic BBQ competition around.
All you have to do is tag a friend in the comments below by 3/1 at 1:00pm EST for the chance to win.
*The winner will be randomly selected and announced tomorrow.*
The most epic #BBQ competition around is just around the corner on March 3.
Watch this behind the scenes video of the nation's top Pitmasters preparing for meat turn-in at Smokin' Showdown last year. Can you feel the heat?
Is your mouth waterin' for your BBQ favorites yet? Check out what will be on the Sonny's BBQ menu at Smokin' Showdown on March 3.
Sonny's Smokin' Showdown
Rodney Atkins will be takin' the stage at Smokin' Showdown on Tinker Field at Camping World Stadium on March 3.
Tell us your favorite Rodney Atkins song and tag a friend in the comments below for a chance to win 2 general admission tickets. Winner will be randomly selected and announced Tuesday, February 13.
Sonny's Smokin' Showdown Teams
Smokin' Showdown is just around the corner and over 150 competitors are gettin' ready to turn up the heat. Will you joining us on March 3 to see who takes home the title of Grand Champion?
Get your ticket to the most epic #BBQ competition around: bit.ly/SmokinShowdown2018
Smokin' Showdown Invites
Competitors: Invitations are on the way! Registration opens up on Tuesday, December 12th at 9am. Use the unique code on your invite to unlock your spot.
Tips & Tricks - Wood
Ever wonder what kind of wood the masters use to smoke their meat with? #SmokinShowdown
Donut Eating Contest Winner
Some words of wisdom from our donut eating contest winner, Allie, on her strategy for winning it all!
2017 Smokin' Showdown Awards Ceremony
Meat Turn-Ins
Meat turn-ins are serious business in the BBQ competition world. Check back at 6pm for a Facebook live stream of our Awards Ceremony to find out who will be the Grand Champion of the 2017 #SmokinShowdown!
Trailer Tour with Panther Creek BBQ Team
Ever wondered what one of those BBQ rigs looks like inside? Take a #TrailerTour with Panther Creek COOKers and see where the BBQ magic happens! #SmokinShowdown
Smokers are fired up & teams are in competition mode. Meanwhile, we've got cookin' demos, Meet the Masters Q&A, a kids zone, and lots more! Following along as we post live updates all day! #SmokinShowdown
Pitmaster Profile - Loren Hill
Catch some #BBQ wisdom from Loren Hill of The Smoking Hills, second-timer at the Sonny's Smokin' Showdown! He talks smokin' hot & fast and getting that perfect charred flavor. #SmokinShowdown
Smokin' Showdown Timelapse
This year's #SmokinShowdown is goin' to be bigger and better than the last. Ya'll better make sure to mark your calendars for January 14, 2017! Get all of the details here: bit.ly/1OSq9HV
