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See you tomorrow MEMPHIS. YOU’RE NEXT!

#patriottactical #MemphisInMay #America

BIG NEWS BIG NEWS BIG NEWS!
Smokin’ Soul have officially been invited to take part in Memphis in May, in the very year that Ireland is being honoured.
We’re heading to America.
During our time there, we’ll be partaking in a host of different events across a jam-packed schedule, and we’re delighted to be stepping into an ambassadorial role promoting all things Ireland and all things Irish produce in the States.
Proud to be flying the flag for Irish live fire cooking on an international stage.

The smoke is rising and so is the energy 🔥—the 2026 World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest entertainment lineup is OFFICIALLY HERE.

🎤 Thursday: The BIGGEST backyard line dancing party in Memphis with @officialnewcupid. Get ready to dance—Cupid Shuffle, Flex, and nonstop vibes all night long.

🎸 Friday: @cedric.burnside bringing that GRITTY, SOULFUL country blues straight from the Mississippi Hill Country.

🎧 Saturday: @djmictee turning it ALL THE WAY UP to close us out with high-energy, can’t-stop-dancing beats.

Three nights. Three stages. ALL the vibes.

Who’s going to be there?! 👇🔥

Get tickets here: https://memphisinmay.org/experience/

The smoke is rising and so is the energy 🔥—the 2026 World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest entertainment lineup is OFFICIALLY HERE.

🎤 Thursday: The BIGGEST backyard line dancing party in Memphis with @officialnewcupid. Get ready to dance—Cupid Shuffle, Flex, and nonstop vibes all night long.

🎸 Friday: @cedric.burnside bringing that GRITTY, SOULFUL country blues straight from the Mississippi Hill Country.

🎧 Saturday: @djmictee turning it ALL THE WAY UP to close us out with high-energy, can’t-stop-dancing beats.

Three nights. Three stages. ALL the vibes.

Who’s going to be there?! 👇🔥

Get tickets here: https://memphisinmay.org/experience/

The smoke is rising and so is the energy 🔥—the 2026 World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest entertainment lineup is OFFICIALLY HERE.

🎤 Thursday: The BIGGEST backyard line dancing party in Memphis with @officialnewcupid. Get ready to dance—Cupid Shuffle, Flex, and nonstop vibes all night long.

🎸 Friday: @cedric.burnside bringing that GRITTY, SOULFUL country blues straight from the Mississippi Hill Country.

🎧 Saturday: @djmictee turning it ALL THE WAY UP to close us out with high-energy, can’t-stop-dancing beats.

Three nights. Three stages. ALL the vibes.

Who’s going to be there?! 👇🔥

Get tickets here: https://memphisinmay.org/experience/

The smoke is rising and so is the energy 🔥—the 2026 World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest entertainment lineup is OFFICIALLY HERE.

🎤 Thursday: The BIGGEST backyard line dancing party in Memphis with @officialnewcupid. Get ready to dance—Cupid Shuffle, Flex, and nonstop vibes all night long.

🎸 Friday: @cedric.burnside bringing that GRITTY, SOULFUL country blues straight from the Mississippi Hill Country.

🎧 Saturday: @djmictee turning it ALL THE WAY UP to close us out with high-energy, can’t-stop-dancing beats.

Three nights. Three stages. ALL the vibes.

Who’s going to be there?! 👇🔥

Get tickets here: https://memphisinmay.org/experience/

Memphis in May is known for bold barbecue, and this year, Turkey stepped into the spotlight. Congratulations to the People’s Republic of Swina (@swinabbq) for taking the Turkey Smoke champion title!

As a proud sponsor, @plainville_farms is here to show that turkey belongs on the smoker, too — big flavor, serious barbecue potential.

#MemphisinMay #BBQbutmakeitturkey #UnexpectedBBQ #TurkeyOnTheGrill #PlainvilleFarms

You survived four days of smoke, sauce, and championship barbecue glory at the 2026 Memphis In May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest… now don’t let TSA be your final judge. 🛫🔥🐷

Before you head to the @flymemphis airport with our 2X World Champion’s @heathrilesbbq sauces and rubs:
✔️ Dry rubs = usually good to fly in carry-ons
❌ Gallons of championship sauce = not fitting the 3.4 oz rule

Nothing says “secondary screening” like trying to sneak a half-gallon of sweet heat through security. Pack those sauces in checked bags and keep the barbecue memories — not the TSA delays. 😅

That’s a wrap on Day 4 of the 2026 Memphis In May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest 🔥🍖

From unforgettable moments in the smoke, incredible teams from around the world, live music, great food, and the unmatched energy of BBQ lovers everywhere, this year reminded us exactly why Memphis is the Home of Barbecue.

As the smoke settles on another amazing year, we’re already looking ahead to something BIGGER…

🎉 2027 marks the 50th Anniversary of Memphis In May! 🎉

For five decades, this iconic celebration has brought together friends, families, pitmasters, and fans for the biggest backyard barbecue party on the planet — and next year will be one for the history books.

Thank you to every team, sponsor, volunteer, vendor, partner, media outlet, and fan who helped make 2026 unforgettable. The countdown to 50 starts NOW. 🔥

#MemphisInMay #WCBCC #BBQFest #WorldChampionshipBarbecueCookingContest #MemphisBB

🚨 Barbecue Alert 🚨
@heathrilesbbq and his team make history as the first team to win back to back Grand Champions at Memphis In May in 42 years!!!
Congrats Champ!

🚨 Barbecue Alert 🚨
@heathrilesbbq and his team make history as the first team to win back to back Grand Champions at Memphis In May in 42 years!!!
Congrats Champ!

🚨 Barbecue Alert 🚨
@heathrilesbbq and his team make history as the first team to win back to back Grand Champions at Memphis In May in 42 years!!!
Congrats Champ!

And your 2026 Grand Champion is Heath Riles BBQ. YOUR BACK TO BACK GRAND CHAMPION! The first time in 42 YEARS!

Taking home 1st place in Ribs and the 2026 World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest Grand Champion title. Congratulations!!

🏆 The champions have officially been crowned.

After days of smoke, fire, competition, and nonstop barbecue action, tonight’s Championship Awards celebrated the best barbecue teams in the world.

And the winners are:

Grilling Green Award: Bubba Grills
Kingsford Tour of Champions: Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q
Patio Porker: Bugsy Que
Ribs: Heath Riles BBQ
Shoulder:Smoke BBQ
Whole Hog: Will Be Que

Congratulations on earning your place in WCBCC history.

🏆 The champions have officially been crowned.

After days of smoke, fire, competition, and nonstop barbecue action, tonight’s Championship Awards celebrated the best barbecue teams in the world.

And the winners are:

Grilling Green Award: Bubba Grills
Kingsford Tour of Champions: Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q
Patio Porker: Bugsy Que
Ribs: Heath Riles BBQ
Shoulder:Smoke BBQ
Whole Hog: Will Be Que

Congratulations on earning your place in WCBCC history.

🏆 The champions have officially been crowned.

After days of smoke, fire, competition, and nonstop barbecue action, tonight’s Championship Awards celebrated the best barbecue teams in the world.

And the winners are:

Grilling Green Award: Bubba Grills
Kingsford Tour of Champions: Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q
Patio Porker: Bugsy Que
Ribs: Heath Riles BBQ
Shoulder:Smoke BBQ
Whole Hog: Will Be Que

Congratulations on earning your place in WCBCC history.

🏆 The champions have officially been crowned.

After days of smoke, fire, competition, and nonstop barbecue action, tonight’s Championship Awards celebrated the best barbecue teams in the world.

And the winners are:

Grilling Green Award: Bubba Grills
Kingsford Tour of Champions: Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q
Patio Porker: Bugsy Que
Ribs: Heath Riles BBQ
Shoulder:Smoke BBQ
Whole Hog: Will Be Que

Congratulations on earning your place in WCBCC history.

🏆 The champions have officially been crowned.

After days of smoke, fire, competition, and nonstop barbecue action, tonight’s Championship Awards celebrated the best barbecue teams in the world.

And the winners are:

Grilling Green Award: Bubba Grills
Kingsford Tour of Champions: Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q
Patio Porker: Bugsy Que
Ribs: Heath Riles BBQ
Shoulder:Smoke BBQ
Whole Hog: Will Be Que

Congratulations on earning your place in WCBCC history.

🏆 The champions have officially been crowned.

After days of smoke, fire, competition, and nonstop barbecue action, tonight’s Championship Awards celebrated the best barbecue teams in the world.

And the winners are:

Grilling Green Award: Bubba Grills
Kingsford Tour of Champions: Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q
Patio Porker: Bugsy Que
Ribs: Heath Riles BBQ
Shoulder:Smoke BBQ
Whole Hog: Will Be Que

Congratulations on earning your place in WCBCC history.

🏆 The Whole Hog finalists are officially locked in.

MUSIC CITY SMOKERS
WILL BE QUE
WICKERS

Clue #3 for the @worldchampionshipbarbecue#NationalBBQDay Scavenger Hunt hosted by @rasheedphilips is brought to you by @acbarbeque.Catch the clue from @cedtheentertainer and find the prize. #BigMemphis #WCBCC #ACBarbeque

🏆 The Shoulder finalists are officially locked in.

PLANET BARBEQUE
SOUTHERN HOGGERS
SMOKE BBQ