The Chester County BBQ Festival continues to be an annual tradition since 1978. The festival is held each year on the fourth weekend of September. It features BBQ, live entertainment, fried treats, children’s activities, and vendors.

The festival is the Henderson/Chester County Chamber of Commerce’s largest fundraising event and is made possible by a volunteer committee. There is no admission fee. All events center around the Chester County Courthouse lawn in downtown Henderson. This year we will be hosting the 1st Annual Tennessee State Hog Callin’ Championship!

Schedule Of Events

45th Annual Chester County Bbq Festival Presented By Centennial Bank
- Downtown Henderson From 10:00 Am - 10:00 Pm.

Little Pig Town Ride Area
- Behind The County Office Bldg. From 10:00 A.M.-10:00 P.M. Bring The Kids To Enjoy The Rides.

The Piglet Pen Presented By Henderson Assembly Of God
- Courthouse Lawn. Fun And Games For The Little Ones Ages 0-5yrs. All Day

Entertainment At The EandT Contracting Stage
- 11:30 Am - 7:00 Pm. Stop By Throughout The Day To Watch Some Entertainment Featuring Some Of Our Best Local And Regional Entertainers. Free Event.

Opening Ceremony
- E and T Contracting Stage. 12:45 P.M. Tennessee State Hog Callin’ Championship Proclamation. Rep. Kirk Haston And Local Officials. Fhu Chorale.

Notorious P.I.G Talent Competition Sponsored By E and T Contracting
- E and T Contracting Stage At 7:00 P.M. Registration Starts At 6:30 P.M. $25 Entry Fee. Youth And Adult Categories. $250 First Place Cash Prize