Event

Downtown BBQ Showdown

The Radio People and Yuengling Light are bringing the Downtown BBQ Showdown to the City Hall front lawn in Meridian, MS! The competition will be held on August 27th from 11:00am until 5:00pm. Teams from around Mississippi and the Southeast will be competing for $5,000 in prizes! The public will have an opportunity to try samples of pork butts submitted by teams in the People's Choice Competition. The People's Choice Tent will remain open from noon until the meat runs out so arrive early! Families and individuals attending the Downtown BBQ Showdown will also be able to listen to 3 bands, play on 2 inflatable water slides, and enjoy food and beverage trucks on site! BBQ, music, and fun! What more could you ask for? A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Police Benevolent Association.

Participation bands: Aa'Keela & The Beats
Fred T & The Band
Scott McQuaig & The Tomcats