What
Three smoke-filled days of BBQ with live music and fun for the whole family
Where
Tom Lee Park, Downtown Memphis, Tenn.
When
Thursday, May 15 - Saturday, May 17, 2025
A World-Class BBQ Battle Like No Other
Buckle up for another epic three-day throwdown on the river! SMOKESLAM — The World’s Ultimate BBQ Showdown — is back. Bring your empty belly and your whole family to historic Tom Lee Park for a fully inclusive and interactive experience celebrating the craft and culture of our legendary BBQ, as well as music, art, and all things Memphis.
All the Smoke, All On the Water
SMOKESLAM is putting the “festival” back in “BBQ festival” with a fan-first experience like no other. Pig out on world-class Q and other foods from competing teams and vendors, shop local arts, crafts and curated goods in our central marketplace, and groove to some of music’s most legendary acts, as teams vie for BBQ’s most coveted crown and the biggest prize check on the whole pork-lovin’ planet. There’s even a full carnival with a ferris wheel, carousel, games and more — all in one spectacular riverside setting.
Gallery
Take a look at our collection of bite-sized highlights from the festival.
Team Rankings
See where each team that participated in the competition ranked.
Winners
Contact
- For general event questions, contact support@smokeslam.com.
- For team-related questions, contact teams@smokeslam.com.
- For MBN judging questions, contact Judge's Chair Suzanne Rhea at info@mbnbbq.com.
- For MBN team questions, contact Team Chair Elise Jenkins at info@mbnbbq.com.
- For WFC judging questions, contact Randall Bowman at wfcrepbowman@gmail.com.
- For WFC team questions, contact Arlie Bragg at wfcrepbragg@gmail.com.
- To request media and photo passes, please email lindsay.stevens@ubuntu-one.com. Please note: On-site photography and videography have already been secured. If you’d like to request a photo pass, you must provide an outlet you are shooting for.
Teams
About Mempho Presents
Mempho Presents is proud to be organizing SMOKESLAM. Mempho has deep roots in Memphis, music and barbecue. We’re dedicated to creating world-class experiences that stay true to what makes Memphis Memphis. With the help of our incredible partners, we’re committed to creating iconic events that will be talked about for years to come.
Learn more about Mempho Presents