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Fire up your weekend with all-you-can-eat barbecue

The Holy Smokes BBQ Festival has a mouthwatering lineup we can’t wait to sink our teeth into.

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A GIF of attendees and dishes at the Holy Smokes BBQ Festival in Charleston.

A portion of all ticket proceeds will go toward Hogs for the Cause and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston, two nonprofit organizations that support families battling pediatric brain cancer.

Photos by Jonathan Boncek

Ready, set, grill: The fourth annual Holy Smokes BBQ Festival presented by Sysco is happening this Saturday, Nov. 9 at Riverfront Park — and it’s not too late to reserve your spot.

From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., you’ll get to watch 50+ of the nation’s best pitmasters and chefs show off their skills. Here’s a taste of what’s on the menu:

  • Four distinct barbecue villages (think: Texas, Traditional, Coastal, and “new school” flavors)
  • An all-you-can-eat feast featuring slow-smoked hog, pork, and beef ribs + Texas-style brisket, Lowcountry seafood staples, and more
  • Live music from The Delta Circus and Last Waltz Ensemble

This family-friendly event offers free admission for kids 6 and under. Plus, you can catch college football games on big screens throughout the day, so you won’t miss a single play.

Pro tip: Grab VIP tickets for exclusive perks, like access to a special VIP area with additional chefs + dishes.

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