We’re honored to partner with a.kitchen+bar D.C. and OpenTable this summer for their A.BBQ series—an incredible lineup of backyard-style BBQs featuring some of the most talented chefs in the industry, all coming together to support Southern Smoke Foundation. Every event in the series benefits our mission to support food and beverage workers in crisis through […]
Annual Events
Southern Smoke Festival
At Southern Smoke Festival on October 3, 2026, you’ll get bites from some of the best chefs in the country, excellent drinks poured by top bartenders, live music, culinary demos, and all the big-hearted energy that makes this weekend so special. Get ready for a celebration of food, community, and the people who make this industry shine.
Southern Smoke Decanted 2025
We raised an incredible $1.3 million at Southern Smoke Decanted 2025! We ate, we drank, we raised our paddles—and most importantly, we showed up for the food and beverage industry in a big way.
Mark your calendars: Southern Smoke Decanted 2026 is set for March 28 at our stunning new home, Lott Hall in Hermann Park. We can’t wait to do it all over again! Cheers! 🥂