The inaugural Pickles, Pigs & Swigs in historic downtown Mount Olive, North Carolina brings together our hometown's best: authentic Eastern North Carolina barbecue, Mt. Olive Pickles, and local craft beer. NOTE: ALL SLOTS FOR COOK TEAMS ARE FILLED. WE HAVE CLOSED APPLICATIONS. Enjoy barbecue from the Pickles, Pigs & Swigs Whole Hog Cooking Competition, sample your favorite Mt. Olive pickles and sip brews from Mount Olive's own R&R Brewing. Plus, take in live area bluegrass bands, antique tractor displays, and local vendors. Proceeds benefit the Mount Olive Downtown Development Corporation.