Lexington Barbecue Festival

A one-day food festival held each October in Lexington, North Carolina, celebrating Lexington-style barbecue with over 200,000 visitors.

Premium Artisan Main Street and adjoining side streets between 4th Street and 5th Avenue
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The Lexington Barbecue Festival is an annual event in Lexington, North Carolina, known as the "Barbecue Capital of the World." Held each October, the festival attracts up to 200,000 visitors to the uptown area, offering a variety of foods from local restaurants, numerous food vendors, and hundreds of other exhibitors. The 2025 festival is scheduled for October 25.

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