Join us July 30-31st for the Bourbon & BBQ MusicFest, a "Kentucky Top-Ten Event", hosted by the Marion County Chamber of Commerce along with its business partners and volunteers.
Join us Friday evening for a great outdoor concert featuring "100% Angus"! On Saturday, the festivities begin at 11:00 am and go until 9:00 pm, and feature a Car & Motorcycle Cruise-In, Central Kentucky Cornhole Classic Tournament, Live Entertainment and a BBQ People’s Choice contest! We invite you to join us for this fun-filled event!
This event will be held at the Johnston Field at Centre Square & Heart of Kentucky Downtown Marketplace.
Bourbn & BBQ MusicFest - BBQ Contest
On July 31st, there will be a BBQ contest. This will be a People's Choice event, where ticket holders will get a sample of each contestant's entry and decide the winner! Tasting begins at 4:00 p.m., and winners will be announced around 8:00 p.m. from the Downtown Pavillion Stage. First prize is $300.00, Second prize is $150.00, and Third prize is $75.00. For full contest rules and to apply, please see the application at the bottom of this page.
To enter the BBQ Contest:
Click below to download and print the BBQ Contest Application. Return the completed form, along with payment to the Marion County Chamber of Commerce (mailing address is printed on the application).