Fishing. SANDBAR. BBQ.
The Southernmost BBQ Competition in the USA!
Ocean’s Edge Resort - KEY WEST, FLORIDA
MARCH 5-8th, 2026
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UPDATE: SPRING 2026
We are currently solidifying our scheduling for the Bear & Burton's Key West Invitational for spring of 2026. We have locked in March 5th-8th, 2026 as the dates for this years Invitational and will share updates as soon as more details are finalized—stay tuned!
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Good food brings people together. The best BBQ? That brings them running.
In 2024, our pitmasters and personalities sparked 97M+ views and 200M+ impressions for participating brands, sponsors, and our cause.
With a star-studded roster and massive combined reach, your brand can count on unmatched coverage all weekend—while joining the fight to end pediatric cancer.
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Be part of the solution—and put your brand in the spotlight.
In 2024, we delivered 97M+ views, 200M+ impressions, and tens of thousands of dollars to the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. Now we’re counting on you to help us raise the bar.
The ultimate win-win is waiting.
