The McLemore Boys are proud to announce their “Grillin’ Across America” Freedom Tour along with the unveiling of a Newmar 1-of-1 Special Edition Freedom Tour Bus and a Four-Part Miniseries TV Show with Fox Nation. It tastes like freedom to kick off nationwide celebrations for America’s 250th Birthday!
Hamilton, GA – April 18, 2026 – Beloved father-and-son duo, John and Johnboy McLemore, “The McLemore Boys”, are the passionate founding family of Masterbuilt known for their values of FAITH, FAMILY, FOOD, FUN, and FREEDOM. They are thrilled to announce their “Grillin’ Across America” Freedom Tour in celebration of America’s 250th birthday!
The tour will be highlighted by an exciting new TV Show on Fox Nation, featuring an action-packed, mouth-watering four-part miniseries titled “Grillin’ Across America”. The series is set to debut on Fox Nation during Memorial Day Weekend 2026.
The miniseries captures the pure patriotic southern hospitality of The McLemore Boys doing what they do best!
They are delivering high-energy grilling and smoking tips and tricks with unforgettable flavors at Talladega Superspeedway, the largest superspeedway track in the world. From grills, to thrills and chills, the episodes promise non-stop excitement, story-telling, live fire BBQ, VIP parties with celebrity appearances from WWE superstars, legendary NASCAR race drivers, and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage with family and friends. The McLemore Boys will share the spotlight with fellow pitmasters Bama Grill Master, Cheese Curd, Biscuits’N’Briskets; popular influencers, celebrities and most importantly our brave Men & Women who have served and those who continue to serve our great nation!
A standout moment includes a special partnership with The McLemore Boys as the official pitmasters of RCR and longtime NASCAR legend and car owner Richard Childress.
The series will also feature the highly anticipated unveiling of what's been called “the most patriotic thing on wheels”,
the brand-new 2026 Newmar Essex McLemore Boys Freedom tour bus, specially designed to embody the spirit of the tour and America’s milestone birthday.
At the center of the BBQ Zone will be the world’s first ever Pack Rat Smoker, a fully customized 16-foot smoker built out of a 1-800-Pack-Rat moving container that will travel alongside The McLemore Boys!“This is just the beginning of an incredible year! We are honored to partner with Fox Nation to bring “Grillin’ Across America” to audiences nationwide. We’ll be firing up the grills, gathering people together, and celebrating the values that make this country great, all while honoring America’s 250th.”
The “Grillin’ Across America” miniseries and tour align with broader national festivities marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Fans can expect more stops, events, and signature McLemore Boys experiences throughout the year, blending world-class barbecue with patriotic storytelling, music, and gatherings around the grill.
Don’t miss the debut of Grillin’ Across America featuring The McLemore Boys on Fox Nation this Memorial Day Weekend!
For more information, tour dates, recipes, and updates, visit themclemoreboys.com or follow The McLemore Boys on social media @themclemoreboys. Be sure to check out the public unveiling of the Freedom Tour bus at Talladega Superspeedway on the infield, Purple Lot 76-80 on Friday night, April 24th from 6:00pm-7:00pm!
About The McLemore Boys
The McLemore Boys are a father-and-son duo rooted in Hamilton, Georgia, celebrated for their expertise in outdoor cooking, family recipes, patriotism, story-telling and creating memorable gatherings. As the founding family of Masterbuilt and now ambassadors and authors of the cookbook Gather and Grill, they blend Southern traditions with a love for FAITH, FAMILY, FOOD, FUN, and FREEDOM. Their “Grillin’ Across America” initiative celebrates America’s 250th birthday through food, fun, and patriotic experiences.
