At the 43rd Annual BBQ Fest on the Neuse, amidst the savory aroma of smoked meats and the lively atmosphere of festivities, the BBQ Fest on the Neuse team took a moment to recognize a longstanding supporter and local philanthropist, Stephen Hill.
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BBQ Fest of the Neuse anticipates record attendance and excitement
With the annual BBQ Fest of the Neuse just around the corner, anticipation and excitement are at an all-time high as organizers prepare for what promises to be the biggest festival yet.
Joe Nichols to Headline BBQ Fest on the Neuse 2024
In an electrifying announcement that has set the stage for an unforgettable musical experience, WRNS and the BBQ Fest on the Neuse have declared that Country Superstar Joe Nichols will be headlining this year's festival, slated for May 3-4, 2024, in downtown Kinston.
Come to downtown Kinston to enjoy the latest whole hog bbq competition
The BBQ Fest on the Neuse is back and even the governor has noticed. The annual festival held in Kinston is home to one of the world's largest whole hog cook-offs and everyone who missed last year’s festival because of COVID is ready to come out and enjoy the flavorful North Carolina staple. The BBQ Fest on the Neuse is being held on Friday, May 7 and Saturday, May 8.
BBQ Fest canceled for 2020
BBQ Fest Committee Chair Waylon Adams announced the decision this afternoon. Adams said, “With the health and safety of our eastern North Carolina community top of our minds, combined with the guidelines of local, state and national health professionals, the BBQ Festival on the Neuse Board has decided to cancel the 2020 BBQ Festival on the Neuse due to the Coronavirus threat.”
Lenoir County Agricultural Fair to run through Saturday
The 64th annual Lenoir County Agricultural Fair started Tuesday and will run until Saturday with a litany of new events and fan favorites.
Carnival, closed streets part of this year's Festival on the Neuse
The carnival will run through Saturday as a prelude to the BBQ Festival on the Neuse.