Southeastern BBQ Showdown Buy Friday Tickets Buy Saturday Tickets
Get ready to fire up your taste buds and dive into the ultimate BBQ competition at the Southeastern BBQ Showdown, June 14-15, 2024! This thrilling two-day event, hosted by Capital City/Lake Murray Country and held at Segra Park (home of the Columbia Fireflies), is not your average cook-off—it's a sizzling celebration of all things BBQ. Tickets start at $37.50 (Friday) and $50 (Saturday)! Learn how to buy tickets, the daily lineup of events & music, FAQ, and book your hotel room below.
Featured Partners
Friday | Single Day Admission
SC Night & Band of Oz
- $37.50 | General Public
Saturday Tickets
Field Level:
$35 | Military/First Responder
$50 | General Public
*Add Friday Tickets for $0 at checkout!
Please Note: The Field Area does not have reserved seating – chairs, blankets, etc are not permitted.
Seated:
$75 | General Public
*Add Friday Tickets for $0 at checkout!
$125 | VIP (Buy 3 Get 1 Free! Use Coupon Code: GRANDSLAM on the Seat Selection page)
VIP tickets include premium seating & field access during the Alabama Concert.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Book Your Stay for the BBQ Showdown
Friday, June 14 - South Carolina Night
4:00 PM Gates Open | Explore Vendor Expo
Uncover the secrets of BBQ mastery as you explore interactive exhibits showcasing the art and science of this culinary discipline. (Friday & Saturday)
4:30 PM Sample the Best of South Carolina BBQ
Embark on a taste bud adventure as you sample mouthwatering creations from the South Carolina BBQ Association’s chicken wing competition. BBQ Samples are available until they run out.
6:00 – 6:30 PM SC BBQ Association Chicken Wing Competition Judging
7:00 PM Band of Oz & Shag Dancing
Known as the “#1 Shag band in the Southeast”, this dynamic band will have you dancing the night away under the stars.
8:30 PM SC BBQ Association Chicken Wing Competition Winners Announced
10:00 PM Event Ends
Saturday, June 15 - The BBQ Showdown
4:00 PM Gates Open | Explore Vendor Expo | BBQ Samples
Uncover the secrets of BBQ mastery as you explore interactive exhibits showcasing the art and science of this culinary discipline. Prepare for a flavor-packed adventure by tasting over 20 BBQ national teams. BBQ Samples are available until they run out.
4:00- 5:00 PM Public Vote, People’s Choice Award
Follow @SoutheasternBBQShowdown on Instagram and prepare to vote!
5:15 – 6:30 PM Awards Presentation
Cheer on your favorite teams, celebrate their accomplishments, and witness BBQ history in the making as we crown the champions of the inaugural Southeastern BBQ Showdown!
8:00 PM Alabama Country Music Concert
End the day on a high note with a legendary Country Music Concert featuring the one and only Alabama! Sing along to their greatest hits and dance the night away as they deliver a show-stopping performance.
9:45 PM Fireworks Finale
10:00 PM Event Ends
2024 BBQ Showdown Updates
Be the first to hear about the celebrity judges, the latest teams to join the BBQ competition, vendors, and more!
BBQ Team Contact & Sponsorship
Event Information & Sponsorships
Vickie Davis, Senior VP of Funding & Events
[email protected]
803-781-5940×209
Marketing/Media Inquiries
Micah Decker, VP of Marketing & Communications
[email protected]
803-781-5940×207
BBQ Team Inquiries
Mark Conway, Emcee & Food Sport Consultant
[email protected]
757-652-3003
