Countdown to Smoke on the Rail - 2025
Attending Smoke on the Rail?
WHAT?
Join us for a vibrant community festival hosting the Pennsylvania State BBQ Championship. Over 80 competition teams from the Mid-Atlantic and beyond will vie for more than $24,000 in cash prizes. Winners earn a chance to compete at the annual Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue in Lynchburg, TN, and The American Royal in Kansas City, MO.
WHEN?
Friday July 25, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM, Saturday July 26, 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM, & Sunday July 27, 12:00PM-5:00PM
WHY?
Our aim is to create an engaging community festival, highlighting New Freedom as a vibrant and enjoyable place to live. The event encourages visitors to explore our town and support local businesses. All proceeds will be reinvested locally to develop a dynamic Trail Town Community.
WHAT ABOUT PARKING?
Parking is FREE! Shuttle service is also available FREE of charge from the New Freedom Community Center located at 150 East Main Street, New Freedom.
NEED TO FIND OUT MORE?
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WHERE?
Marge Goodfellow Park, 1 Playground Alley, New Freedom, PA
WHAT DOES THE FESTIVAL INCLUDE?
While professional KCBS teams compete, attendees can enjoy free parking and event entry, food trucks, a selection of beverages including beer and adult slushies, yard games, diverse vendors, and live music on multiple stages. On Friday, there's a People’s Choice Wing Competition, and on Saturday, a People’s Choice Pork Competition.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE WING COMPETITION
Friday - 6:00 PM - Until sold out
Sample box will include 10 wings cooked by our KCBS Master and Backyard Teams, SERVED BY EVENT STAFF ONLY. Tickets are just $15. Voting instructions will be provided.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE PORK COMPETITION
Saturday - 11:00 AM - Until sold out
Sample box will include (9) 2 oz portions of pulled or chopped pork, SERVED BY EVENT STAFF ONLY. Tickets are just $15. Voting instructions will be provided.