Day 2 of Memphis in May was filled with connections. From running in to old friends, to making new ones of the new ones. All while having the honor of judging the first official open fire contest at the @worldchampionshipbarbecue
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That’s a wrap on Day 4 of the 2026 Memphis In May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest 🔥🍖
From unforgettable moments in the smoke, incredible teams from around the world, live music, great food, and the unmatched energy of BBQ lovers everywhere, this year reminded us exactly why Memphis is the Home of Barbecue.
As the smoke settles on another amazing year, we’re already looking ahead to something BIGGER…
🎉 2027 marks the 50th Anniversary of Memphis In May! 🎉
For five decades, this iconic celebration has brought together friends, families, pitmasters, and fans for the biggest backyard barbecue party on the planet — and next year will be one for the history books.
Thank you to every team, sponsor, volunteer, vendor, partner, media outlet, and fan who helped make 2026 unforgettable. The countdown to 50 starts NOW. 🔥
#MemphisInMay #WCBCC #BBQFest #WorldChampionshipBarbecueCookingContest #MemphisBB
Look at the faces of the team members of @heathrilesbbq as they realize they have broken a record and repeated something that hasn’t been done in 42 years. Back to back Grand Champion wins! Congrats to Heath and the whole team
🚨 Barbecue Alert 🚨
@heathrilesbbq and his team make history as the first team to win back to back Grand Champions at Memphis In May in 42 years!!!
Congrats Champ!
The official Scavenger Hunt is back for @worldchampionshipbarbecue 2026. We will be hiding amazing free prizes all day. Just make sure to follow @worldchampionshipbarbecue@thisweekinbarbecue and @rasheedphilips for clues found in the stories all day.
Tag us when you find it and we will drop the next prize.
Happy Hunting!
#memphisinmay #scavengerhunt
Happy #NationalBBQDay.
🚨 The hunt is almost on! 🚨
The Scavenger Hunt at the Memphis In May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest begins in just ONE HOUR! 🔥🐷
Get ready to explore Liberty Park, complete challenges, win prizes, and experience the most prestigious barbecue cooking contest on the planet in a whole new way. 👀🏆
Grab your crew, head on over to @libertyparkmemphis , and get ready to hunt! #MemphisInMay #WCBCC #ScavengerHunt #NationalBBQDay
#Day3 of the @memphisinmay@worldchampionshipbarbecue is a wrap! Thanks to @goldberg95 and @goldberg21_99 for stopping through and hanging out with us all day at the @openfiremeatup competition and engaging with BBQ fans at the @patriottacticalofficial activation space.
Today is the BIG DAY! Who will be crowned the next GRAND CHAMPION? Who will get bragging rights? Who will take home the “new” and “improved” #WCBCC hardware and trophy? All roads lead to @libertyparkmemphis today for the final day of competition! #TeamMemphisInMay #WCBCC #BigMemphis
Day 2 is in the books!
Hear from @rasheedphilips as he recaps his day at the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest — from the @openfiremeatup to pro demos and tastings at the @homedepot Outdoor Kitchen, yesterday had something for everyone.
Get ready for Day 3! 🔥
