Whether you spell it BBQ, Barbeque or Barbecue, it’s the taste of America. You like your Bourbon aged and smooth and your BBQ slow-cooked and savory, Wilderness Trail Distillery can fill the bill for both when it has its second Bourbon release and hosts the eighth annual Kentucky State BBQ Festival.

UPDATE 2021 Kentucky BBQ Festival Canceled: Unfortunately, because of the recent increase in Covid cases the 2021 Kentucky BBQ Festival  has been canceled. We look forward to seeing you next year.

This special event coincides with the return of the KY State BBQ Festival to our 44-acre campus. This weekend is all about enjoying the food created by celebrity pitmasters, shopping with a variety of vendors, and enjoying music by several bands.

Celebrity Pitmasters – Award-winning pitmasters from around the country will be cooking their best BBQ all weekend.

Backyard BBQ Competition –This year’s event will be more competitive than ever. Bring your “A-game” and be ready to throw down in downtown!

Live Bands – Top bands from throughout the U.S. will be playing your favorite music.