The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast · Episode 100 · July 31, 2026 · 27 min
Summer Róyal 2026 | Whole Hog BBQ, Charity, Community & Competition in Dillon, SC #bbq
Every great barbecue event has a story... and Summer Royale is one worth sharing. Join us as @pitmastercheez (Stan), Tyrone @tyronemanning9686 T-Dub BBQ and the Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast discuss everything coming to the 4th Annual Summer Róyal in Dillon, South Carolina. What started as a fundraiser for a classmate battling cancer has grown into one of the Southeast's most meaningful barbecue events—bringing together pitmasters, families and the community to support local cancer patients while celebrating whole hog barbecue, competition and fellowship. In this episode you'll hear about: 🔥 Whole Hog Competition 🍗 Chicken Wing Shootout 🐖 Pitmaster Meet & Greet 🎁 Giveaways including a vehicle, TVs, premium car wash packages and more 🎓 The new Toni Graves Scholarship Initiative ❤️ Why giving back is the heart of Summer Royale Whether you're a competition cook, backyard pitmaster, or simply love authentic barbecue culture, this is an event you won't want to miss. 📍 Summer Royale City of Dillon Sports Complex 1201 Hwy 34 Dillon, South Carolina 📅 Labor Day Weekend 2026 Friday Night Meet, Greet & Eat (FREE) Saturday Festival & Competition 🎟 Admission: Adults: $20 Children (12 & under): $10 Military Discount Available If you're unable to attend but would still like to support the mission, donation information is provided in the video. 🔥 Subscribe for more barbecue stories, pitmaster interviews, competitions and behind-the-scenes content from across America. 👍🏾 Like the video 💬 Leave a comment telling us your favorite barbecue festival. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss another episode. Donation Disclaimer The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast/Black Smoke Media does not collect or distribute donations for Summer Royale. Any donation information shown in this video is provided solely at the request of the event organizers. Please direct all donations and questions to Summer Royale using the payment methods and contact information displayed during the video. 00:00 Welcome to Dillon, South Carolina 00:22 Introducing the Summer Royale Special 01:31 What is Summer Royale? 03:00 The Mission Behind the Event 04:38 Why This Cause Matters 06:07 How People Can Donate 08:02 Why Summer Royale Feels Different 09:19 Giveaways, Cars & Community 10:56 Friday Night Pitmaster Meet & Greet 12:58 Friday Night Fish Fry 14:17 New Scholarship Initiative 17:21 Competition Categories & Teams 20:03 Event Details & Admission 21:04 Family Friendly Atmosphere 23:07 Why You Should Attend 24:39 Friday Meet, Greet & Eat 26:24 Community Before Competition 26:44 Final Invitation 👉🏽 Before you do anything else — check out the site below!🎙️ The Black Smoke Barbecue Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BlackSmokeBarbecue 📲 Connect With Us Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/blacksmokebarbecue/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@blacksmokebarbecue Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacksmokebarbecue