SMOKED: A brand new BBQ and live fire event is coming to Toronto this September! | Ontario Culinary
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SMOKED: A brand new BBQ and live fire event is coming to Toronto this September!

This September, Canada gets a brand-new reason to gather around the fire. 

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of SMOKED, a bold new BBQ and live fire festival launching September 27-28, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario at STACKT market. For the first time ever, the nation’s top pitmasters, chefs, and culinary creators will unite for a weekend-long celebration of smoke, flame and flavour. 

SMOKED is more than a food event, it’s a fire-forward experience built for BBQ lovers, culinary adventurers and first-timers alike. 

Expect three days of slow-smoked brilliance, fire-charred favourites, cold craft drinks and summer nights filled with music you won’t find anywhere else. 

What to Expect at the First-Ever SMOKED

This one-of-a-kind weekend brings together Canada’s best in BBQ and live-fire cuisine, featuring exclusive dishes, demos, music and immersive experiences. Whether you’re craving brisket perfection or plant-forward flame fare, SMOKED promises something unforgettable at every turn. 

The Culinary Lineup

SMOKED chefs

SMOKED features a handpicked lineup of chefs and pitmasters representing the best of Canadian BBQ, from traditional wood smokers to global fusion innovators. With a combined following of almost 3 million fans, this lineup is not to be missed: Chef Dwight Smith, Chef Lawrence LaPianta, Chef Rob Yu, Chef Matt Basile, Ryan & Jason Buising, Chef Josh Abramson, Chef Trevor Lui, Chef Suman Ali and Chef Marissa Leon-john.

These chefs will be joined by local restaurants, guest vendors, and culinary partners from across Ontario, each offering their own take on what BBQ and open-fire cooking can be. From smoked jerk chicken and brisket to fire-charred pizzas and desserts, Smoked is a full-spectrum experience built around fire and flavour. 

A Soundtrack That Brings the Heat

Great food deserves a great soundtrack, and at SMOKED, the music is just as unforgettable as the meals with live DJ and live band performances.

Let’s Talk Details

Here’s all the details you need to know!

Ticket Info

Ready to go? You can grab your tickets here. 

General Admission – $20 
Get full access to the SMOKED festival and explore a curated lineup of Canada’s top BBQ and live fire chefs, local food vendors and music all day long. Food and drink tokens available for purchase on-site or in advance. Please note this is a 19+ event.

Location and Accessibility

SMOKED takes place at STACKT market, a dedicated outdoor space in Toronto.

Reserve Your Spot

From ribs and brisket to bourbon and summer nights, SMOKED is where it all comes together. 

Early bird and VIP tickets are extremely limited. Lock in your spot today and get ready a flavour packed weekend this summer.