Ham & Yam Festival 2025

Get ready for some smokin’ hot competition at the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival, where the Smithfield Firefighters Association proudly presents the Whole Hog BBQ Cook-Off!

 

Registration for this event is open until April 15th and limited to just 15 teams.  

 

Teams will load in starting at 12pm on Friday May 2nd and meat will be distributed at 6pm, then it's game on!

 

Judging will begin at 8am on Saturday morning and the order of judging will be determined on Friday night.  This event is sanctioned by the NC Pork Council.

 

Once Judging is complete, teams must have their unseasoned pork chopped and turned into the designated area no later than 10:30am.  Pans will be provided.

 

Become a Sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival! Join us as a sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival in Smithfield, NC, and gain exposure to over 20,000 attendees in a vibrant, family-friendly environment. As a sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your brand to a large and diverse audience through prominent event signage, marketing materials, and social media promotion. Your support will help make this beloved community event possible while aligning your business with a fun, local tradition. Sponsorship packages offer a variety of benefits, including special recognition and exclusive opportunities to engage with festival-goers. Be part of the excitement and help us make this year’s festival the best one yet!

Become a Sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival! Join us as a sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival in Smithfield, NC, and gain exposure to over 20,000 attendees in a vibrant, family-friendly environment. As a sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your brand to a large and diverse audience through prominent event signage, marketing materials, and social media promotion. Your support will help make this beloved community event possible while aligning your business with a fun, local tradition. Sponsorship packages offer a variety of benefits, including special recognition and exclusive opportunities to engage with festival-goers. Be part of the excitement and help us make this year’s festival the best one yet!

Become a Sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival! Join us as a sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival in Smithfield, NC, and gain exposure to over 20,000 attendees in a vibrant, family-friendly environment. As a sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your brand to a large and diverse audience through prominent event signage, marketing materials, and social media promotion. Your support will help make this beloved community event possible while aligning your business with a fun, local tradition. Sponsorship packages offer a variety of benefits, including special recognition and exclusive opportunities to engage with festival-goers. Be part of the excitement and help us make this year’s festival the best one yet!

Become a Sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival! Join us as a sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival in Smithfield, NC, and gain exposure to over 20,000 attendees in a vibrant, family-friendly environment. As a sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your brand to a large and diverse audience through prominent event signage, marketing materials, and social media promotion. Your support will help make this beloved community event possible while aligning your business with a fun, local tradition. Sponsorship packages offer a variety of benefits, including special recognition and exclusive opportunities to engage with festival-goers. Be part of the excitement and help us make this year’s festival the best one yet!

Become a Sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival! Join us as a sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival in Smithfield, NC, and gain exposure to over 20,000 attendees in a vibrant, family-friendly environment. As a sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your brand to a large and diverse audience through prominent event signage, marketing materials, and social media promotion. Your support will help make this beloved community event possible while aligning your business with a fun, local tradition. Sponsorship packages offer a variety of benefits, including special recognition and exclusive opportunities to engage with festival-goers. Be part of the excitement and help us make this year’s festival the best one yet!

Become a Sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival! Join us as a sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival in Smithfield, NC, and gain exposure to over 20,000 attendees in a vibrant, family-friendly environment. As a sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your brand to a large and diverse audience through prominent event signage, marketing materials, and social media promotion. Your support will help make this beloved community event possible while aligning your business with a fun, local tradition. Sponsorship packages offer a variety of benefits, including special recognition and exclusive opportunities to engage with festival-goers. Be part of the excitement and help us make this year’s festival the best one yet!

Become a Sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival! Join us as a sponsor for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival in Smithfield, NC, and gain exposure to over 20,000 attendees in a vibrant, family-friendly environment. As a sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your brand to a large and diverse audience through prominent event signage, marketing materials, and social media promotion. Your support will help make this beloved community event possible while aligning your business with a fun, local tradition. Sponsorship packages offer a variety of benefits, including special recognition and exclusive opportunities to engage with festival-goers. Be part of the excitement and help us make this year’s festival the best one yet!

Volunteer for the 39th Annual Ham & Yam Festival! The Ham & Yam Festival is Smithfield's largest community event, attracting over 10,000 visitors each year to our historic downtown for a day filled with food, music, and fun activities. Volunteers are at the heart of making this festival a success, and we need your help to create an unforgettable experience for our guests! As a volunteer, you’ll play an important role in ensuring the smooth operation of the festival, from assisting vendors to helping with event setup and engaging with attendees. Volunteer hours will be tracked and can be reported for individuals or organizations that wish to keep track of their service hours. By volunteering, you’ll gain valuable skills and experience that can enhance your resume and give you an inside look into event planning and community engagement. Be part of something special and help us make this year’s festival the best one yet!