Barbecue Showdown 2020

Eight of the country's best backyard smokers and pitmasters vie for the title of American Barbecue Champion in a fierce but friendly faceoff.

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    Season 1

    2020

    8 episodes

    Season 1 of Barbecue Showdown premiered on September 18, 2020.

    Eight of the country's best backyard smokers and pitmasters vie for the title of American Barbecue Champion in a fierce but friendly faceoff.

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    Season 2

    2023

    8 episodes

    Season 2 of Barbecue Showdown premiered on May 26, 2023.

    New host Michelle Buteau ("The Circle") joins the judges for a fresh round of heated competition between eight of the best barbecuers in the country.

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    Season 3

    2024

    8 episodes

    Season 3 of Barbecue Showdown premiered on July 4, 2024.