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Smoke, Sizzle, and a Razor-Thin Win
The Northeast Barbecue Society (NEBS) is a volunteer-run nonprofit that celebrates outdoor cooking across the Northeast. It focuses […]

Compete for cash prizes, Wooden Nickel invitations to the NEBS Invitational Championship, and a qualifying spot for the 2027 Grand American BBQ Invitational. Plus, bring the whole family for food vendors, crafts, a car show, and the Kids-Q Competition!
Submit team applications now at NEBS.org.
