Hill City Wine Brew & BBQ

This vibrant downtown festival draws thousands of visitors to the heart of Hill City's Elm Street, where competitive BBQ teams showcase their smoking and grilling mastery. Regional pitmasters vie for top honors in multiple competition categories while simultaneously serving up their best cuts for the coveted People's Choice award. Local and regional craft breweries and wineries offer dozens of distinctive beverages, perfectly complementing the array of smoked meats and sauces. Festival-goers stroll through a cloud of aromatic smoke, sampling various BBQ styles while chatting with the teams about their techniques and secret recipes. The intimate downtown setting creates an engaging atmosphere where attendees can witness competition BBQ teams in action, getting an up-close look at their smokers and preparation methods. Beyond the competition teams, additional food vendors ensure no one leaves hungry, offering a variety of BBQ options throughout the event.