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28th Annual Smoke on the Water Festival 2026

Downtown Washington waterfront (Pamlico River) · Washington, NCAccepting vendors
Booth fee
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Dates
Oct 16–17, 2026
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28th Annual Smoke on the Water Festival

Held October 16–17, 2026, along the Pamlico River waterfront in downtown Washington, North Carolina, the 28th Annual Smoke on the Water Festival features barbecue competitions, chili, live music, a car show, and local vendors.

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Application

Who this market accepts

  • food vendors
  • drink/beverage vendors
  • dessert vendors

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  • The official application
  • Organizer email and phone

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