Get ready for the smoke, the sizzle, and the small-town charm at Grilling on Main, an annual downtown celebration that brings the heat to Main Street in Minden every June!

Join us June 12-13, 2026, as barbecue teams fire up their pits for this exciting non-sanctioned BBQ competition in the heart of historic downtown Minden. Competitors go head-to-head in brisket, chicken, and ribs with meat provided.

Every team must also create a mouthwatering entry for the always popular People’s Choice open dish category. All meats and dishes are prepared and smoked on-site, and with any heat source allowed, you’ll see everything from traditional offset smokers to creative backyard rigs lining Main Street.

But this event isn’t just for pitmasters — it’s a full weekend of family-friendly fun. Visitors can:

🔥 Sample barbecue from each team for just $5 per team
🎶 Enjoy live music
🍔 Grab bites from local food vendors
🎟️ Enter to win big-ticket raffle prizes

With the aroma of slow-smoked meats filling the air, live entertainment echoing through downtown, and a festive crowd gathering along Main Street, Grilling on Main is the perfect way to kick off summer in Webster Parish.

Bring your appetite, bring your friends, and come hungry!