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About the event
The Maggie Valley Barbecue Festival is an annual celebration of authentic Appalachian barbecue, community, and agricultural heritage, held in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. Featuring a Whole Hog Barbecue Competition, a Wing Competition, live music, vendors, and family-friendly activities, the festival is designed to attract regional visitors while honoring traditional pitmaster skills.
A core mission of the festival is to support and invest in local agriculture education. A portion of proceeds and fundraising efforts directly benefit Haywood County FFA, helping provide resources for student leadership development, hands-on agricultural learning, and career readiness. By connecting food, farming, and community, the festival strengthens the relationship between local agriculture and tourism while creating a meaningful economic and educational impact for Haywood County.
Dates
Nov 06, 2026 · 4:00 PM - Nov 07, 2026 · 5:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Location
North Carolina, United States
3374 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, North Carolina 28751-5100, United States
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Park in public parking provided
Health & safety
The Maggie Valley Barbecue Festival will prioritize the health and safety of attendees, participants, volunteers, and staff through proactive planning and coordination with local authorities.
• Fire & Cooking Safety: All competition and vendor cooking areas will follow fire safety standards, including proper spacing, fire extinguishers, and approved fuel use. Fire lanes will remain clear at all times.
• Food Safety: All vendors and teams will comply with Haywood County Health Department regulations, including safe food handling, temperature control, and sanitation requirements.
• Medical & Emergency Services: On-site EMS support will be available throughout the event, with a designated first aid and emergency response area.
• Crowd Management: Clearly marked entry points, signage, and pedestrian pathways will be used to ensure safe crowd flow and ADA accessibility.
• Sanitation & Facilities: Adequate portable restrooms, handwashing stations, and waste disposal will be provided and serviced regularly.
• Weather & Emergency Planning: Event staff will monitor weather conditions and coordinate emergency procedures as needed to ensure public safety.
Tickets
Price: $5.00-20.00 + Applicable Fees and Taxes
Admission Only
$5.64
Includes Base Price: $5.00, Processing fees: $0.64
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admission plus food ticket
$21.59
Includes Base Price: $20.00, Tax: $0.01, Processing fees: $1.58
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1 pound of whoel hog BBQ
$16.27
Includes Base Price: $15.00, Processing fees: $1.27
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Waynesville, North Carolina, United States 
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