Food
Station:
Food Network (US)
Status:
Running
Start:
2026-07-13
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Pitmasters is a raw, relentless, real-world BBQ competition unlike anything ever attempted on Food Network. A non-stop week-long battle set deep in the wilderness where teams of the most notable pitmasters will push the boundaries of what BBQ can be as they compete over live fire to prove they are the best of the best. They will be cooking from sunrise to sunset to sunrise again, fighting for survival and their share of up to $50,000 in prize money. Teams must manage fire, fatigue, and challenges within challenges to impress an elite panel of judges.
There is no Next Episode of Pitmasters planned.
S1E6 - Backyard BBQ
The remaining four teams fight for a spot in the semifinals by preparing a classic barbecue potluck with a live-fire main course and two sides. The pitmasters only have three hours to pull it off and impress the judges enough to win a $5,000 prize.
Air Date: 17 Aug 2026 20:00 (CDT)
S1E7 - The Whole Hog
The three remaining teams transform a whole hog into a cohesive, competition-worthy meal to earn $8,000 and a spot in the finale. Plus, the judges want a different meal for lunch, and they're willing to pay for it with another $4,000 up for grabs.
Air Date: 24 Aug 2026 20:00 (CDT)
S1E8 - The Final Burn
The final two teams compete head-to-head preparing a five-course barbecue tasting menu. Judges Andrew Zimmern, Ernest Servantes, Jess Pryles and Moe Cason decide who will walk away with $30,000 and the title of Pitmasters Champion.
Air Date: 31 Aug 2026 20:00 (CDT)