Lexington Barbecue Festival
About this event
The Lexington Barbecue Festival is a food festival in Lexington, North Carolina, at Downtown Lexington. The 2026 event takes place Oct 24, 2026. One of the nation's largest one-day food festivals shuts down downtown Lexington for a celebration of Piedmont-style barbecue, live entertainment, arts and crafts, and family activities. The 2026 Lexington Barbecue Festival takes place Saturday, October 24 in the Barbecue Capital of the World.
Annual, one Saturday in late October
Location & directions
Downtown Lexington, Lexington, NC 27292
Frequently asked questions
When is Lexington Barbecue Festival 2026?
Lexington Barbecue Festival takes place Oct 24, 2026 in Lexington, North Carolina. Annual, one Saturday in late October
Where is Lexington Barbecue Festival held?
Lexington Barbecue Festival is held in Lexington, North Carolina, at Downtown Lexington, Lexington, NC 27292.
What is Lexington Barbecue Festival?
One of the nation's largest one-day food festivals shuts down downtown Lexington for a celebration of Piedmont-style barbecue, live entertainment, arts and crafts, and family activities.
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