The Ultimate BBQ Showdown

Pig in the Park is proud to be part of the Whole Hog Series and is a North Carolina Pork Council–certified barbecue competition, ensuring a high-quality, professionally sanctioned event.

The top three teams from Pig in the Park will earn eligibility to compete in the North Carolina State Barbecue Championship, making this competition both prestigious and competitive.

Entry Fee only $50 Required –NON-REFUNDABLE
The Cook-Off Committee reserves the right to reject any application
The PIG IN THE PARK Cook-Off, its employees, representatives and contractors shall not be responsible or liable for the property of any team, any loss, damage or injury occurring to any team or its representatives. All property of the teams shall be under the care, custody and control of the team whether in transit to, from or within the PIG IN THE PARK Cook-Off.

In addition to the honor, cash prizes are up for grabs:

1st Place: $500 and a trophy
2nd Place: $300 and a trophy
3rd Place: $150 and a trophy

The excitement kicks off on Friday, April 17, at noon, as the cook teams set up and begin preparing their award-winning recipes at The HUB in Downtown Goldsboro. Stop by to watch these talented teams in action as they gear up for the big day, and get a behind-the-scenes look at what makes their barbecue truly exceptional.

Join us on Saturday to taste the results and cheer on your favorite teams as they compete for barbecue glory!

2026 OFFICIAL EVENT RULES & REGULATIONS

2026 JUDGING CRITERIA

WHOLE HOG BARBEQUE SERIES

PRINTABLE APPLICATION

2026 Pig in the Park- Cook Team Registration Form-(we only have 15 openings so act fast!)

Official Team Name:

Chief Cook Name:

Multi-line address

Country/Region

Address

Address - line 2

City

Zip / Postal code

Cell Phone #:

First & Last Names of Assistant Cooks (Limit 3):

Please select your cook-off division: (only one division this year – Backyard encouraged to join)

NCPC Division – On-Site taste NCPC sanctioned judging (1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners)

Indicate fuel source:

Charcoal

Wood

Gas

COOK TEAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Entry Fee only $50 Required –NON-REFUNDABLE
The Cook-Off Committee reserves the right to reject any application
The PIG IN THE PARK Cook-Off, its employees, representatives and contractors shall not be responsible or liable

for the property of any team, any loss, damage or injury occurring to any team or its representatives. All property

of the teams shall be under the care, custody and control of the team whether in transit to, from or within the PIG IN THE PARK Cook-Off.

ENTRY FEE PAYMENT INFORMATION

All Cook Teams applying for participation in PIG IN THE PARK must pay a non-refundable Application Fee, which is due at the time the application is submitted.
Applications that do not include payment at the time of submission will not be processed.
Cook Teams that withdraw will not have their fees refunded.
There are no waivers of the fee and requests for reconsideration will not be considered.
Once registration is received, you will be contacted for payment.

I have read the 2026 Judging Criteria, 2026 Official Event Rules & Regulations, and Whole Hog Barbeque Series information located on the event website. I have read and agree to abide by all rules and regulations for the 2026 PIG IN THE PARK Cook-Off Event.

The Ultimate BBQ Showdown

2026 Pig in the Park- Cook Team Registration Form-(we only have 15 openings so act fast!)

1401 Royall Ave
Goldsboro, NC 27834
919-735-2358

405 N. Sycamore St. Fremont, NC,27830
919-242-3276

600 S. Breazeale Ave.
Mt. Olive, NC 28365
919-584-4029