Smoke on the Shores BBQ Championship

On March 20–21, 2026, Smoke on the Shores will return to Nashville (Lebanon, TN) with a 100-team professional BBQ competition and a 50-team backyard BBQ competition, both sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS). KCBS is the world’s largest organization of barbecue enthusiasts, with over 16,000 members and more than 400 sanctioned events annually. Smoke on the Shores brings together top pitmasters in a premier competition that celebrates the craft of championship barbecue. Our mission is to deliver an unforgettable event that fosters camaraderie, showcases barbecue excellence, and supports meaningful causes.