🔥🍖 The Pitmasters Are Signing Up… Are You? 🍖🔥

The grills are heating up and the competition is stacking up for Beach, Brew & Que! These teams are already locked in and ready to bring the flavor:

🐖 Here Piggie Piggiee
🔥 Phil’ Grill
🍖 Cuein’ Up With The Joneses
🍗 Baker Boys BBQ
🔥 J&J BBQ
🌴 Beach Boys BBQ
🧂 Grate Sauces & Rubs
🤠 Kountry Boyz Grilling Team
🐖 Broad Slab BBQ

Think you’ve got what it takes to compete? There’s still time—but not much!

📅 Cooking Team Deadline: May 15, 2026
💲 Entry Fee: $150 (non-refundable)
📍 Each team gets a 12×20 outdoor space (bring your own setup)

Don’t get left on the sidelines—secure your spot and bring the heat! 🔥

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🤠 Get Ready, Duplin County… the Rodeo is BACK! 🐂🔥

Hold on tight for two action-packed nights of heart-pounding excitement at the Pro Rodeo in Kenansville, NC!

📅 June 5th & 6th, 2026
📍 Duplin Events Center

Experience the thrill of:
🐂 Bull riding
🐎 Bareback riding
🤠 Barrel racing
🎯 And more high-energy rodeo action!

🎟️ Tickets available now on Ticketfox
$15 Adults | $10 Ages 6–12 | 5 & under FREE
🎟️ Limited tickets available at the gate: $25

⏰ Gates open at 6:30 PM
🔥 Show starts at 8:00 PM

Grab your boots, bring the family, and get ready for an unforgettable night under the arena lights! 🌟

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🌮🎉 It’s Cinco de Mayo in Duplin County! 🎉🌮

Time to celebrate with bold flavors, festive drinks, and a little extra fun. Whether you’re craving tacos, margaritas, or just a great night out, there are plenty of local spots ready to bring the fiesta vibes. 🍹🌶️

Grab your friends, soak in the music, and make it a celebration to remember!

🌟 Find the best places to celebrate: link in bio

#VisitDuplin #CincoDeMayo #FiestaTime #TacoTuesday #CelebrateLocal #NCEvents #DuplinCounty

🎶🤠 Country nights are calling in Duplin County! 🤠🎶

Make your May plans for the Creekstone Rising Country Music Festival, happening May 8–9 at Tara Creek. Two nights of rising country stars, great vibes, and the perfect spring weekend. 🌾🎸

⭐ Featuring:
Laci Kaye Booth • Preston Cooper • Braxton Keith
Cole Phillips • Blake Whiten • Corey Kent

Grab your crew and get ready for a boot-stompin’ good time—you won’t want to miss it!

#VisitDuplin #CreekstoneRising #CountryMusic #LiveMusicNC #SpringEventsNC

🌸✨ GIVE MOM THE GIFT OF A GOOD TIME ✨🌸

This Mother’s Day, skip the flowers and give Mom something she’ll really love… a day full of BBQ, brews, and beach music! 🍖🍻🎶

We’re giving away TWO tickets to Beach, Brew & Que on June 13, 2026 at the Duplin Events Center — the ultimate summer kickoff she won’t want to miss! 🌴☀️

🎟 Enter now at the link in our bio
⏰ Contest ends 5/10

Because the best gift you can give Mom… is a fun day out (with great food and a cold drink in hand 😉)

#MothersDayGiveaway #BeachBrewAndQue #DuplinEventsCenter #DuplinCountyNC #MomsDayOut #BBQFestival #SummerStartsHere #GiveawayTime

🌎✨ Celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week in Duplin County! ✨🌎

Tourism helps support local businesses, fuels our community, and keeps our unique culture thriving—and we’re proud to share it with visitors from near and far.

Ready to plan your trip? Start exploring all there is to see, do, and taste with our official Visitors Guide — link in bio!

Come see what makes Duplin County unforgettable.

#VisitDuplin #NationalTravelAndTourismWeek #ExploreNC #DiscoverDuplin #SmallTownCharm #VisitNC #TravelLocal

🍓🎉 It’s time for one of Duplin County’s sweetest traditions! 🎉🍓

Make plans to experience the Carolina Strawberry Festival in Wallace — happening May 1–2, 2026 in historic downtown!

This beloved annual festival celebrates the best of strawberry season with a full weekend of fun for all ages. From live music and local entertainment to delicious food vendors, craft booths, and of course plenty of fresh strawberries, there’s something around every corner to enjoy. 🍓🎶

Bring the whole family out for carnival rides, unique exhibits, and activities that keep the good times going all weekend long. Whether you’re there for strawberry treats, shopping local vendors, or dancing along to live performances, it’s a can’t-miss spring tradition in Duplin County. 🍓🎡

Come celebrate community, culture, and the sweetest time of the year!

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🎶 May nights are made for great music, good food, and warm, breezy vibes! 🌿🎶
Head to Mad Boar Restaurant & Pub in Duplin County for the perfect weekend escape filled with live tunes, local flavor, and plenty of fun.

Every Friday and Saturday, enjoy a fresh lineup of talented local and regional musicians — from laid-back acoustic sets to high-energy performances that keep the good times rolling.

Dig into your favorite Southern dishes, sip on a refreshing cocktail, and let the rhythm of May set the tone for an unforgettable evening. 🌙🍹

#VisitDuplin #MadBoarMusicNights #MayVibes #LiveMusicInDuplin #SpringNightsDoneRight

🌸🌞 Hello May in Duplin County! 🌞🌸

A new month means warmer days, blooming scenery, and plenty of reasons to get out and explore. From spring festivals and live music to local flavors, outdoor fun, and family-friendly events, May is full of moments worth making. 🌿🎶🍓

It’s the perfect time to slow down, enjoy the sunshine, and experience all the charm and hospitality Duplin County has to offer. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, there’s something waiting for you around every corner.

Here’s to a beautiful month ahead! 💛

#VisitDuplin #HelloMay #SpringInNC #DuplinCountyNC #ExploreNC #SmallTownCharm

🎣 Cast a Line in Duplin County! 🎣

Get ready for a day of outdoor fun at the 17th Annual Youth Fishing Tournament at Cabin Lake on May 16!

This favorite local event is the perfect chance for young anglers to enjoy the great outdoors, reel in a big one, and maybe even take home bragging rights for the catch of the day. 🐟🏆

Signing up is easy:
✅ Scan the QR code
📞 Call the Soil & Water Department
📞 Or call Cabin Lake

Whether you’re a seasoned fisherman or just casting your first line, it’s all about fun, fresh air, and making memories by the water.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this “reel” good time—get registered today and we’ll see you at the lake! 🎣🌊

#VisitDuplin #DuplinCountyNC #FishingFun #FamilyFun #ExploreNC

🎶🤠 Country Nights Are Calling… 🤠🎶

Make your May plans now—because the Creekstone Rising Country Music Festival is bringing two nights of live music and Carolina charm to Duplin County!

Set at Tara Creek on May 8–9, 2026, this can’t-miss festival features an incredible lineup of rising country artists ready to light up the stage.

⭐ Friday Night:
🎤 Laci Kaye Booth
🎤 Preston Cooper
🎤 Braxton Keith

⭐ Saturday Night:
🎤 Cole Phillips
🎤 Blake Whiten
🎤 Corey Kent

From boot-stompin’ beats to laid-back country vibes, it’s the perfect excuse to grab your crew, kick back, and enjoy a spring weekend filled with great music and good times. 🌾🎸

Don’t wait—this is one you’ll want on your calendar!

#VisitDuplin #CreekstoneRising #DuplinCountyNC #CountryMusic #LiveMusicNC #SpringEventsNC