Friday - May 2, 2025

BBQ Fest on the Neuse open to the public from 5pm-10pm

5:00pm - 10:00pm
- Vendors Open (150+)
- R & D Amusements – Carnival – Pearson Park
- Cruise In for Vehicles 2000 and older
- Kid’s Fest – Flimsy’s Fun Zone – Kinston-Lenoir County Parks & Recreation
- Wine, Beer, & Spirits Garden

5:30pm
- Opening Ceremony G.I. Joe’s/SALUTE (Herritage Street Stage)

6:00pm
- Welcome & Announcement of Cook Teams & Sponsors
- Carolina Cruisers Cruise In – Year 2000 and Older

7:00pm
- Country Artists – SOUTHERN MISFITS – Herritage St. Stage

8:30pm
- Nashville Recording Artists – RUNAWAY JUNE – Herritage St. Stage