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Fire Up the Flavor at the 8th Annual Dupont BBQ Cookoff! Free Admission | Free Parking | Free Kids' Activities
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of smoke, spice, and sizzling flavors at the 8th Annual Dupont BBQ Cookoff, happening August 16th & 17th in DuPont, Washington! This highly anticipated Kansas City BBQ Society (KCBS)-sanctioned competition brings together top pitmasters, local food lovers, and families for an epic celebration of barbecue culture. Organized by Tom Riggs and the American Legion Post 53 Pat Tillman Memorial, this event isn’t just about the competition—it’s a community-driven fundraiser supporting local youth programs, scholarships, Boys and Girls State initiatives, and sports teams.
A BBQ Festival Like No Other - DuPont will transform into a BBQ paradise where the scent of slow-smoked meats fills the air. Whether you're a hardcore BBQ enthusiast or just looking for a fun family weekend, this event promises delicious food, live entertainment, and activities for all ages.
Family-Friendly Fun & Entertainment - Kids' Zone with bounce houses, face painting, and more! Live Music featuring a lineup of bands rocking country, blues, and classic hits. Beer Garden to sip on refreshing beverages while soaking in the festival vibes. Vendor Market where you can browse unique goods, local crafts, and BBQ essentials.
A Special Invitation to Our Military Community - Located just minutes from Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), this event is the perfect weekend outing for service members and their families. It’s an opportunity to relax, enjoy world-class BBQ, and connect with the local community in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
Turn It Into a Weekend Getaway! Why not stay the weekend and explore everything DuPont has to offer? Book a room at the Best Western and mention the BBQ Cookoff for a special rate. While you’re here, check out The Home Course, one of Washington’s top golf destinations, and see why locals consider it the #1 spot to tee off.
For more details and to plan your visit, head to BBQDupont.com. Mark your calendars, bring your appetite, and get ready for a BBQ experience you won’t forget!
Join the BBQ Brigade
Are you a pitmaster with skills to showcase, or do you have culinary products to display? There's a spot for you at the Dupont BBQ Cookoff. Sponsors, vendors, and cook teams can click on the ticket link to secure their participation in this not-to-be-missed event.
VENDORS: Visit BBQDupont.com. A great family event you will enjoy.
BBQ COMPETITORS: We would love to see you. Come sign up. BBQDupont.com
SPONSORS: This year is a huge opportunity for you. With Discover Maestro back, you get a full year worth of promotions not just for the BBQ but on all the sites below!!!*** You can't get this hyper-local, high traffic promotions anywhere else in the area.
PROMOTIONS
💯 Discover Maestro has been the promoter and managed vendors of the Dupont BBQ Cookoff for many successful years ensuring the event had millions of views (DM was not available for 2023). 2025 will be widely seen locally and nationally.
2025 Promotions include: TV ads
Promoted to over 170,000 people with Discover Maestro's social media groups.
✅ DiscoverJBLM.com -20 million views in 2024
✅ DiscoverNWBBQ.com - 1.7 million views in 2024
✅ DiscoverDupont.com - 2.7 million views in 2024
✅ DiscoverThurston.com - 6.7 million views in 2024
✅ DiscoverLakewood.com - 1.6 million views in 2024
✅ DiscoverNisqually.com - 3.3 million views in 2024
✅ PugetSoundVeteranBusiness.com 3.8 million views in 2023
If you would like to be a sponsor or vendor with booth space, please contact us at BBQDupont.com.
If you are an advertiser or software provider, contact Discover Maestro. DiscoverMaestro.com
Be prepared to provide analytics and a demo of your platform's mechanisms for tracking success.
This includes: Website views in 2024, Social media followers, email subscribers.
As one of the greatest BBQ events in the Pacific Northwest, the Dupont BBQ Cookoff is more than just an event; it's a cornerstone of summer in DuPont. Be sure to visit the official event website to subscribe for updates and reminders. With great food, lively entertainment, and a supportive community, this BBQ festival promises to be a weekend of joy and jubilation. See you at the Cookoff!
A WARM THANK YOU TO THE 2024 SPONSORS:
NorthWest Landing ROA
City of Dupont
The Home Course - Dupont, WA
Discover Maestro
Best Western Liberty Inn Dupont JBLM - BOOK YOUR ROOMS NOW - (253) 912-8777
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OFFERS: BBQ Samples
PERFORMER: To be announced
ORGANIZER: Tom Riggs
EVENT STATUS: ON
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