Located in Belle Glade, Florida
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This is a charitable event, and to maintain the integrity of our mission, only tickets purchased directly through our official channels will be honored . Tickets acquired through third-party vendors, resellers, or unauthorized sources will not be accepted. We appreciate your support in ensuring that all proceeds go directly toward our charitable efforts.
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People’s Choice Award Ticket
Think you have what it takes to pick the best BBQ? Purchase a People’s Choice Award ticket and get the chance to sample 1 oz of BBQ from every contestant competing in this fan-favorite division at the Torry Island BBQ Showdown! For just $20, you’ll savor mouthwatering flavors from 20 BBQ Teams, receive a ticket to cast your vote for the best pitmaster, and help crown the People’s Choice Champion.
People's choice tent is in the middle of the festival and opens at 12:00-3pm ( or until meat runs out)
Don’t miss out—this exclusive tasting event takes place on March 21, 2026, and tickets are limited. Secure yours today and let your taste buds decide the winner!

It takes a great team to pull off a great BBQ showdown — and we’d love for you to be part of it! From helping teams and guests to supporting event activities behind the scenes, our volunteers are the heartbeat of the festival. Whether you can give a few hours or the whole weekend, your time makes a real difference. Sign up below, meet great people, and help bring this community event to life!

Enter for a chance to win a Traeger Pro 575 Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker in beautiful bronze! This premium grill features WiFIRE® technology, allowing you to control temperature, monitor your cook, and adjust settings right from the Traeger app on your phone. Tickets are just $5 each, and every dollar goes directly to support The Arc of the Glades and their mission to serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community. Don’t miss your chance to take home an incredible grill while supporting a great cause!

The Torry Island BBQ Festival features a KCBS BBQ Showdown Event. The Showdown is broken down into two divisions, Pro and Backyard with a Sauce Competiton to boot! Oh, and in 2026 we will add a Youth BBQ Competiton!

A BBQ Festival needs an Airboat Show! And we have one, with great boats and vehicles from the area.
Interested?

This year Colt Ford brings the heat with Blanco Brown setting the stage - don’t miss the show everyone will be talking about!
It's going to be HOT!

Cornhole will be back this year! We have teamed up with Hoalenaut cornhole to bring ACL Sanctioned Cornhole to the Torry Island BBQ Showdown. Register now!

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5000 West Canal Street North, Belle Glade, Florida 33430
Contact Information:
Festival Organizer - Jennifer Earnest • 561-996-4524 • j.earnest@hehill.org
BBQ Competition Rep - Kevin Brewer • 561-261-1555 • kevin@turfproservices.com
Airboat Show Organizer - Brianna Bennett • 561-313-0943 • brianna@extrememachiningcorp.com
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🔥 Vendor spots have been filled!
BBQ team registion is CLOSED.
BBQ competitors - People's Choice submission is CLOSED.
Greased Pig Competion is full! Be sure to check out the "slick" fun at the event!
✅ Now accepting:
Airboats • Hay Bale Competitors • Sponsors Volunteers • Youth Q
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