Serving BBQ. Strengthening Community. HONORING OUR HERITAGE. FUELING OUR FUTURE.
The Newport BBQ Fest is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating Eastern North Carolina barbecue, community, and local heritage while giving back to the place we call home.
Our inaugural two-day festival will take place on April 23–24, 2027, at Newport Town Park and will feature a whole-hog barbecue cook-off, live entertainment, local vendors, and family-friendly activities.
Our mission is to honor the legacy of Newport's past barbecue festivals while creating a fresh, community focused event that raises funds for nonprofit organizations serving Carteret County.
pigs & Pearls
A Blue collar affair
As part of our fundraising efforts, we will also host the Pigs & Pearls Blue Collar Gala on November 7, 2026, featuring dinner, entertainment, and a silent auction. Proceeds from both events will be reinvested into our community by supporting participating local nonprofit organizations and charitable initiatives.
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