Murfreesboro, TN - Y’all get ready, because the Blackman Barbecue is back! On Friday, June 27, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, folks will gather at Lane Agri-Park for an evening packed with good food, toe-tapping music, and the kind of neighborly fellowship that makes this community so special.
Hosted by the Blackman Community Club, this event isn’t just about sinking your teeth into delicious, slow-smoked barbecue—it’s about giving back, too. Proceeds help keep the Blackman Community Center running strong, fund scholarships, and support local projects that make life a little better for everyone.
From Humble Beginnings to a Beloved Tradition
Would you believe this whole thing started way back with the Blackman Home Demonstration Club? These folks had a vision—they wanted to build a place where neighbors could gather, share stories, and create lifelong memories. Thanks to their efforts, the Blackman Community Center was built in 1947, becoming the heart of the community. That first barbecue helped raise the money to make it happen, and from there, the tradition just kept growing.
As the crowds got bigger, the barbecue had to move around a bit, each time finding a spot that could handle the turnout without losing that down-home feel. Now, it’s found a comfortable home at Lane Agri-Park, where there’s plenty of space to eat, laugh, and enjoy a warm summer night.
John L. Batey, a longtime Blackman resident, sums it up best: “Every time we moved, it was because the event kept growing. But no matter where we’ve held it, the Blackman Barbecue has always kept that great hometown feel.”
What’s Happening This Year
Expect a night filled with mouthwatering barbecue, homemade desserts, and live music that’ll have you clapping, dancing, and singing along. Tickets are $20 at the door, and doors open at 5:30 PM—so come hungry and ready for an evening of Southern hospitality at its finest.
Whether you’re new to town or have been here for generations, the Blackman Barbecue is the perfect chance to catch up with old friends, meet new ones, and soak in the warm, welcoming spirit of our community.
Tune to WGNS on Monday morning, June 23, 2025, and reminisce about earlier Blackman Barbecue activities with John L. Batey. John will make this event come alive in the minds of long-time residents, as well as newcomers to this area. The broadcast is 8:15-9:00AM.
So mark your calendar, grab your appetite, and come on out—you won’t want to miss this!
