two men smoking whole turkey on a grill

TURKEY IS THE

KING OF THE COALS

BEHIND THE SMOKE

Bigger bird means bigger flavor.

Make way for turkey. From competition BBQ events to your backyard, turkey’s versatility and capacity for big flavor reigns supreme on the coals. Turkey Smoke inspires pitmasters and grillers to think bigger and better than ever.

smoked-turkey

NTF Announces 2025 Turkey Smoke Barbecue Competition Lineup

Smoked Pulled Turkey Sandwich

RECIPE

Smoked Pulled Turkey Sandwich

SMOKING AND GRILLING

Jumbo Turkey Tailgate Wings

 
What's Smokin' Around the Country
What's Smokin' Around the Country

Virtual Event

Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle

June 21, 2025

Washington D.C., DC, USA

We’re bringing turkey to the nation’s capital for a barbecue battle of presidential proportions! Will you cast your vote for the smokiest bird in town?

Art of the Que

June 27, 2025

Spencer, IA, USA

Smoke, fire, and a little creativity—this competition is turning turkey into a masterpiece on the grill!

King Turkey Day

July 11, 2025

Worthington, MN, USA

When it comes to turkey, this competition rules the roost! Join us for a royally delicious showdown in the heart of turkey country.