November 6 - 7, 2026

                                                                                        Lazydays Resort
                                                                                   6210 County Hwy 579
                                                                                        Seffner, Florida



    KCBS BBQ Competition * MBN Whole Hog * Car Show * Vendors * Live Entertainment * Family Fun 


 
             
 

Join us for the inaugural Grills of Gratitude Barbecue Competition on November 6-7, 2026.

 

Grills of Gratitude is a premier barbecue competition dedicated to honoring our hometown heroes, veterans, & first responders, while bringing communities together through a great barbecue competition with some amazing food, entertainment and charitable giving.

 

"Featuring professional and backyard pitmasters,  a whole hog championship,  live entertainment, vendors, a car show, and family fun activities. Grills of Gratitude promises an unforgettable weekend for competitors and spectators alike,"Grills of Gratitude is poised to become a barbecue tradition honoring those who serve.

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Admission to the Grills of Gratitude BBQ Competition and Car Show is only $8 and children under 12 years old is "Free." Stop by one of the many Pig Bucks booths and exchange your cash for the official  currency used for the Grills of Gratitude BBQ & Car Show. Enjoy championship barbecue, continuous live entertainment, car show, vendors, family fun activities while supporting a great cause honoring our hometown heroes.

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Join us for a weekend of food, friends, music and gratitude as we celebrate those who serve our communities and our nation.

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