20th Annual Colorado BBQ Challenge

 June 13 – 15, 2013

It’s never too early to start planning for the Colorado BBQ Challenge!  Beat the lines and pre-purchase your tickets online through EventBrite.  Will Call is at the Visitor Information Center starting June 11, 2013, located at 300 Main Street in downtown Frisco.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the  Colorado BBQ Challenge in Frisco. The event kicks off on Thursday, June 13, with an evening of live music. The BBQ Challenge will run Friday, June 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Approximately 70 BBQ’ers from all over the region will compete for a variety of awards. Teams compete in a wide range of categories including pork, ribs, chicken, brisket, anything goes, barbecue sauce, side dish, salsa and dessert. And of course, each team competes for the coveted Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion titles. You don’t want to miss out on this killer BBQ!

Children also have a chance to participate in the Colorado BBQ Challenge by entering in the Kid’s Q competition. This contest has two age groups; 10 & under and 11-15. Anything goes in this contest, so kids may prepare whatever they like.

Other BBQ favorites include Chef Demonstrations presented on the Viking Stage; Pig Races; a Whiskey Tour (advance registration required); and a variety of musical entertainment.

Back again for it’s 2nd year is the Bacon Burner 6K. The race will take place Saturday, June 15 at 9:30 a.m. beginning and ending at the Frisco Bay Marina. This fun run is a great way to earn your BBQ!

NEW in 2013 is the Rancher’s Reserve Beef Cup Challenge for competitors!

Check back for updated information as it becomes available or follow your favorite Colorado town on Facebook and Twitter.  The Colorado BBQ Challenge has its own Facebook Page now beginning in 2013!