Grills & Grilles BBQ Competition & Car Show

Join the Independence Neighborhood for the Grills & Grilles BBQ Competition & Car Show! This exciting event features two competitions in one epic day: a BBQ competition with prizes for Best in Smoke, Chicken, Ribs, Pulled Pork, and Brisket, and a car show with prizes awarded to top vehicles, offering free registration for participants. Enjoy a Beer Garden hosted by Elizabeth Brewing Company, indulge in treats from Rose's Creamery Ice Cream Truck, groove to live DJ music, and browse the local vendors marketplace. Don't miss out on this fantastic day of food, cars, and fun! Whether you're bringing the flavor or bringing the chrome, you definitely want to put your name in the running. We are thrilled to announce an incredible lineup of prizes this year, courtesy of our amazing local sponsors: A $1,000 gift certificate to Hilltop Les Schwab! Trophy Worthy: A stunning Custom Wood Presentation Board for a BBQ winner, handcrafted by Inspired By Life Design. Hardware Haul: A Milwaukee Combination Drill Set (with battery and charger) from Elizabeth True Value Hardware. Car Care Kit: A loaded product bucket from Elizabeth O'Reilly Auto Parts to keep your ride looking pristine. ...plus tons of other awesome giveaways and prizes throughout the event! Not competing? There is still plenty to do! Come out to enjoy the Beer Garden hosted by Elizabeth Brewing Company, grab some merch at the local vendors marketplace, and satisfy your sweet tooth because Rose's Creamery truck will be there serving up ice cream! You can also look forward to live DJ music throughout the afternoon.