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Events | Grilling Tips & Tricks

National BBQ Day May 16, 2026: 7 Ways Pitmasters Actually Mark the Day
ByJames Nicholas May 9, 2026August 7, 2026 UpdatedAugust 7, 2026

National BBQ Day 2026 falls on Friday, May 16. The seven ways pitmasters actually observe the day — plus the deal-and-event calendar through Memorial Day.

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Rib King NYC May 23: Inside the 2026 Pitmasters Competing for the Crown
ByJames Nicholas May 9, 2026May 9, 2026

More than 20 pitmasters compete for the 2026 Rib King NYC crown on May 23. The lineup, the format, the wood choices, and what to watch for at Brooklyn Navy Yard.

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