- Unlimited BBQ Samples: Enjoy free, unlimited tastings from the Live Fire Experience- Exclusive Marketplace Access: Explore top vendors, sample products, and take advantage of giveaways- Beer & Wine Garden Access: Enjoy craft beers, wines, and specialty beverages*- Pairings Pavilion Access: Experience free wine and food sampling*- Wine Sampling & Lawn Games: Sip and play in this fun, interactive space*- Cooking Demos & Samples: Watch top pitmasters and chefs in action while enjoying complimentary tastings- Food Truck & BBQ Restaurant Access: Purchase additional food and beverages from top BBQ vendors- Live Music & Entertainment: Relax and enjoy live performances throughout the festival- Family-Friendly Activities: Carnival games, giveaways, interactive demos, and more*Must be 21 years of age or older to access these experiences
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Get the ultimate BBQ experience with exclusive perks, early access, and premium seating.**VIP Parking: Dedicated lot with closer access to the festival entrance** **Parking passes sold separately**Includes:- VIP Early Access: Enter the festival one hour before the public- Unlimited BBQ Samples: Enjoy free, unlimited tastings from the Live Fire Experience- Behind-the-Scenes BBQ Access: Go behind the ropes to meet competitive BBQ teams and see the action up close- Exclusive Judge’s Tent Tour: Get an insider’s look at how competition BBQ is judged.- Exclusive Marketplace Access: Explore top vendors, sample products, and take advantage of giveaways- Beer & Wine Garden Access: Enjoy craft beers, wines, and specialty beverages*- Reserved Seating & Samples at Cooking Demos: Watch top pitmasters and chefs in action while enjoying complimentary samples- Reserved Seating & Samples at the Pairings Pavilion: Experience expert-led wine and food pairings*- Exclusive Wine Sampling & Lawn Games: Sip and play in this fun, interactive space*- VIP Gift Bag: Packed with festival merchandise, branded premiums, and exclusive partner products- Official Festival Hat: A must-have souvenir for BBQ fans- Food Truck & BBQ Restaurant Access: Purchase additional food and beverages from top BBQ vendors- VIP Seating for Live Music: Enjoy premium reserved seating at headline performances- Family-Friendly Activities: Carnival games, giveaways, interactive demos, and more- VIP Parking: Dedicated lot with closer access to the festival entrance- Festival Merchandise Discount: 10% off official festival merchandise*Must be 21 years of age or older to access these experiences
Celebrate Father’s Day with a special package designed for BBQ-loving dads and their families. While competition teams won’t be onsite, the festival will still be packed with incredible food, live entertainment, and interactive experiences.**VIP Parking: Dedicated lot with closer access to the festival entrance** **Parking passes sold separately**Includes:- VIP Early Access: Enter the festival one hour before the public- Unlimited BBQ Samples: Enjoy free, unlimited tastings from the Live Fire Experience- Exclusive Marketplace Access: Explore top vendors, sample products, and take advantage of giveaways- Beer & Wine Garden Access: Enjoy craft beers, wines, and specialty beverages*- Reserved Seating & Samples at Cooking Demos: Watch top pitmasters and chefs in action while enjoying complimentary samples- Reserved Seating & Samples at the Pairings Pavilion: Experience expert-led wine and food pairings*- Exclusive Wine Sampling & Lawn Games: Sip and play in this fun, interactive space*- VIP Gift Bag: Packed with festival merchandise, branded premiums, and exclusive partner products- Official Festival Hat: A must-have souvenir for BBQ fans- Commemorative Festival Cup: Includes one free Beer & Wine Garden voucher*- Food Truck & BBQ Restaurant Access: Purchase additional food and beverages from top BBQ vendors- Live Music & Entertainment: Enjoy lawn seating for concerts and performances- Family-Friendly Activities: Carnival games, giveaways, interactive demos, and more- VIP Parking: Dedicated lot with closer access to the festival entrance-Festival Merchandise Discount: 10% off official festival merchandise
**VIP Parking: Dedicated lot with closer access to the festival entrance** **Parking passes sold separately**
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Commemorative Festival Cup
Includes one (1) free Beer or Wine Garden Voucher**Mug will be available upon entry to the Festival**
Friend of the National BBQ Festival
As a Friend of the Festival, you’ll receive access to one-of-a-kind perks and experiences, becoming a part of the rich tradition of the National BBQ Festival while supporting the heart of Nassau County’s largest event.Whole Hog - $500 Support the festival and enjoy deliciously fun perks including:- Early entry- Limited-edition Golden Hog t-shirts (2)- Live announcement onstage during Saturday's festivities, including Bell signing- Name listed on the Friend of the Festival Wall and website- 10% off all festival merchandiseFriends & Fans – $200Commemorate the 2025 festival with one-of-a-kind benefits: - Limited-edition Golden Hog t-shirt (2)- Name listed on the Friend of the Festival Wall and website- 10% off all festival merchandise
National BBQ Festival Leather Patch Hat
**Add-on products will be ready for pickup upon arrival at the festival**
National BBQ Festival T-Shirt
20oz National BBQ Festival Tumbler
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