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Get fired up for Pitmasters in Paradise

April 6, 2026 • 
Julia Pizzuto
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A juicy rack of ribs sits on a wooden cutting board atop a picnic table, with classic bbq fixin's to the side like coleslaw and fresh veggies.

Taste BBQ from top chefs as they vie for bragging rights as the winner of Florida’s Triple Crown of BBQ.

Photo provided by Visit Central Florida

An island-inspired BBQ showdown is coming to Central Florida: Pitmasters in Paradise takes place Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25.

This family-friendly festival gathers pitmasters and BBQ fans for a weekend of:

  • Slow-smoked flavor
  • Live bands
  • Lawn games
  • Local makers
  • and sun-soaked memories

Hosted at Camp Margaritaville Auburndale and presented by Visit Central Florida and Whiskey Bent BBQ Supply, Pitmasters in Paradise is also the third (and final) leg of the 2026 Triple Crown of BBQ.

Finger-lickin’ fun

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