2026 Cooking Classes By BBQ AuthoritY
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BBQ 102 - Brisket & Butts
April 2nd, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Brace yourselves, Chris is returning with his popular “Brisket & Butts” class this year! In this enriching session, you’ll learn the secrets to smoking beef brisket and pork butt.
BBQ 101 - Ribs & Chicken
May 7th, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dive deep into the smoking process with Chris Marks! This class will cover everything you need to know, including various smoker types, wood, charcoal, and common smoking mistakes.
Brisket & Pork
June 18th, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fire up your passion for barbecue in this hands-on class taught by legendary pitmaster Chris Marks! Learn the secrets behind perfectly smoked brisket and ribs as Chris guides you step-by-step through the entire process.
BBQ MASTERCLASS:Â RICHARD FERGOLA
September 3rd, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Get ready to elevate your barbecue game with the BBQ Masterclass led by Richard Fergola, the legendary pitmaster behind Fergolicious BBQ! This is your chance to learn from one of the most renowned names in competitive barbecue, a true champion who has perfected the art of smoky, savory, melt-in-your-mouth BBQ goodness.
Brisket & Ribs
October 29th, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for this class taught by pitmaster Chris Marks, where you’ll dive into the art of smoking tender brisket and mouthwatering ribs!
Fireplace & Chimney Authority and BBQ Authority have teamed up to bring you world-class instruction in all things BBQ. This year we will be hosting classes that will help you brush up on your skills as well as learn new ones. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn expert techniques from Elite Chefs and Renowned Barbecue Champions. Get a group together and make it a fun night or come join us by yourself to make new friends. Our classes are a definite must for all levels of BBQ enthusiasts.
Please note: Due to the planning and preparation required for each class: