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Join the National Barbecue & Grilling Association

Unlock the People, Resources, and Opportunities That Help Move Barbecue Forward

Whether you are a backyard pitmaster, BBQ business owner, product maker, restaurant operator, caterer, competitor, media professional, supplier, manufacturer, or industry leader, the National Barbecue & Grilling Association gives you a place to connect, learn, grow, and belong.

NBBQA membership connects you with the people, education, events, conversations, and industry opportunities that can help you succeed faster and make fewer costly mistakes along the way.

As a member, you gain access to valuable networking, Special Interest Groups, industry news, digital publications, member discounts, event opportunities, and ways to increase your visibility within the barbecue and grilling community.

Fuel your fire. Fuel your future. Join NBBQA today.

Choose the Membership That Fits You

NBBQA offers membership options for individuals, professionals, businesses, brands, and passionate BBQ enthusiasts.

Emerging Professional Member

For Aspiring BBQ Professionals, Competitors, Backyard Cooks, and BBQ Enthusiasts

The Emerging Professional Membership is designed for those who are building their place in the barbecue community.

This membership is a great fit if you are a competition cook, social media creator, weekend pitmaster, student, young professional, future business owner, or serious BBQ enthusiast who wants to learn, connect, and grow.

If you dream of turning your passion for barbecue into something more, this membership gives you a place to start.

Membership benefits

  • Choose 2 Special Interest Groups
  • Receive the Que-Connection eNewsletter every 1st and 3rd Thursday
  • Receive the monthly digital Barbecue News Magazine
  • Create your personal BBQ profile on the NBBQA website
  • Access exclusive member discounts
  • Save on select contest entry fees and NBBQA events
  • Learn about opportunities to sell BBQ products through NBBQA

Membership Fee

$99 per year

 

 Join as Emerging Professional Member

Professional Member

bnFor BBQ Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Contractors, and Industry Professionals

The Professional Membership is designed for individuals who are actively working in barbecue, grilling, food, media, events, products, education, or related industries.

This membership is a strong fit if you run a restaurant, catering company, BBQ product brand, media business, consulting service, competition team, food truck, or other barbecue-related business.

Professional members gain more access, more connection, and more opportunities to grow their reach within the barbecue and grilling industry.

Membership benefits

  • Choose 4 Special Interest Groups
  • Receive the Que-Connection eNewsletter every 1st and 3rd Thursday
  • Receive the monthly digital Barbecue News Magazine
  • Create your personal BBQ profile on the NBBQA website
  • Access exclusive member discounts and industry opportunities
  • Connect through member events and professional networking
  • Learn about opportunities to sell BBQ products through NBBQA

Membership Fee

$175 per year

 Join as Professional Member

Business Member

bBusiness Member

For Established BBQ Companies, Brands, Restaurants, and Industry Partners

The Business Membership is designed for companies, brands, and organizations that want greater visibility, stronger industry connections, and broader involvement with NBBQA.

This membership is a strong fit if you own or represent a BBQ restaurant, product line, distribution company, retail shop, manufacturer, supplier, equipment company, media business, event company, or service provider connected to the barbecue and grilling industry.

Business Membership gives your company a stronger presence inside NBBQA and allows additional team members to be connected to the association.

Membership benefits

  • Access to all 5 Special Interest Groups
  • Includes 3 additional memberships for employees or team members
  • Receive the Que-Connection eNewsletter every 1st and 3rd Thursday
  • Receive the monthly digital Barbecue News Magazine
  • Access the exclusive members-only Facebook group
  • Connect through industry partner events and networking opportunities
  • Receive a business listing in the NBBQA Directory
  • Gain opportunities for business visibility through NBBQA newsletters and social media
  • Showcase your products or services through eligible NBBQA events, webinars, conferences, or digital platforms
  • Learn about opportunities to sell BBQ products through NBBQA

Membership Fee

$500 per year

 Join as Business Member