Pitmasters

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. 

Show Info

Network: United States Food Network (2026 - now)
Schedule: Mondays at 21:00 (90 min)
Status: Running
Show Type: Reality
Genres: Food

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Trifecta of Live Fire

Episode 1x02; Jul 20, 2026

There's no sleep for the weary as the eight remaining teams put their live-fire skills to the test. In the Big Burn, the pitmasters have nine hours to create a dish featuring three components, each highlighting a different live-fire cooking technique

Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x01: Meat Your CompetitionJul 13, 2026
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