Barbecue Showdown season 3 sets a July release date on Netflix

This Independence Day is gearing up to be the tastiest Fourth of July to date, with the release of the highly anticipated third season of Barbecue Showdown on Netflix.

The delicious reality series, which sees contestants from across the United States compete in various barbecue challenges to be crowned the "American Barbecue Champion", is returning to the streaming giant with its third season in its entirety on July 4, 2024.

Barbecue Showdown has been a hit with audiences for its mouth-watering dishes, fierce competition, and diverse grilling techniques showcased by talented pitmasters. This season promises even more smoky goodness, with new contestants, tougher challenges, and, of course, plenty of fire and flavor.

If you want a refresher about the show, and to know when exactly it will be available to stream, you're in the right place! Join us as we reveal the release time and more below!

What is Barbecue Showdown about?

Barbecue Showdown, hosted by the hilarious and charismatic Michelle Buteau (known for her stand-up comedy and role in the Netflix series The Circle), premiered on Netflix in 2020 and quickly had barbecue enthusiasts and foodies hooked! The show features eight amateur barbecue cooks with varying levels of experience.

In each episode, contestants face different challenges, cooking barbecue in various styles and often encountering surprise twists, like using unique meats. The contestants are judged by Kevin Bludso, owner of Bludso's BBQ in Los Angeles, and Melissa Cookston, a 7-time world barbecue champion. The least successful contestants are eliminated one by one until a single pitmaster is declared the winner.

When is Barbecue Showdown coming to Netflix?

The delicious third season of Barbecue Showdown will debut on Netflix globally on Thursday, July 4, 2024. For viewers in the U.S., all eight episodes will be available to stream from 3 a.m. ET and 12 a.m. PT on July 4, 2024.

International viewers, your release times will vary slightly. Here’s the full global release schedule:

• Hawaii: 9:00 p.m. HST on Wednesday, July 3
• Alaska: 11:00 p.m. AKDT on Wednesday, July 3
• West Coast of the US: 12:00 a.m. PT on Thursday, July 4
• Mountain Time of the US: 1:00 a.m. MT on Thursday, July 4
• Midwest of the US: 2:00 a.m. CT on Thursday, July 4
• East Coast of the US: 3:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, July 4
• Brazil: 4:00 a.m. BRT on Thursday, July 4
• England: 8:00 a.m. GMT on Thursday, July 4
• France, Germany, Italy, Spain: 9:00 a.m. CEST on Thursday, July 4
• Israel: 10:00 a.m. IDT on Thursday, July 4
• South Africa: 9:00 a.m. SAST on Thursday, July 4
• Dubai, UAE: 11:00 a.m. GST on Thursday, July 4
• India: 12:30 p.m. IST on Thursday, July 4
• South Korea, Japan: 4:00 p.m. KST on Thursday, July 4
• Sydney, Australia: 5:00 p.m. AEST on Thursday, July 4

Who are the contestant's of Barbecue Showdown season 3?

Unfortunately, details about the contestants starring in the third season of Barbecue Showdown have not yet been revealed. However, according to multiple reports, this season will feature "nine of the nation's top pitmasters in a thrilling open-fire arena, where they must push the boundaries of their craft in pursuit of a $50,000 grand prize."

While we know there will be nine contestants competing for a $50,000 prize, their specific names and backgrounds have not been provided. However, we're sure that as we get closer to the premiere of Barbecue Showdown season 3, more details will likely emerge.

Stay tuned to Netflix Life for more updates and news!