Almost Heaven BBQ Bash

So what is the Almost Heaven BBQ Bash?

Activities and Fun for the Whole Family

The BBQ Contest: This Kansas City BBQ Society sanctioned BBQ competition anticipates hosting nearly 50 of the best BBQ teams from 16 states in a 4-meat competition, along with a Backyard BBQ Contest. Please note BBQ competitors can NOT sell their BBQ due to local health dept. regulations, but there are several great BBQ food vendors ready to satisfy your BBQ cravings!

FAMILY FUN: Bring the whole family to enjoy FREE sand art, extreme balloon sculptures, Laurel Fork Falconry featuring various birds of prey & a falcon flight demo, Dime Toss, "More than Just a Cake Walk" with desserts from area restaurants and other prizes, and other activities for all ages. Browse Artists and Crafters offering unique hand-crafted items with many providing demonstrations of their work during the event.

HUNGRY? Food vendors will be serving award-winning BBQ, homemade ice cream, kettle corn, deep-fried "everything", freshly made pizza, frozen lemonade (Zul's), funnel cake, Italian sausage & Rib-Eye sandwiches, specialty tacos, made-on site donuts and deep-friend calzones, WV Pepperoni rolls, Smoked Mac & Cheese, Southern Collard Greens, homemade cornbread, and more. There's definitely something delicious for everyone!

Artists and Crafters: Enjoy a great variety of hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, wood items, pet products, kitchen utensils, wind chimes, dip and sauce mixes, freeze-dried fruits & candies, delicious sweet treats, decorative home and exterior items, and many other homemade items.

Laurel Fork Falconry: Featuring rescued and falconry Birds of Prey and learn from a Master Class Falconer. Friday & Saturday - Noon - 4:00 PM with special falconry demonstrations during the day.

Gilbert's World of Wonder: Enjoy watching this championship balloon artist create some over the top designs ... purchase your favorite creation to take home! View some of his designs on his Facebook page.

"FREE" SAND ART for the Kiddos on Friday & Saturday - times will be posted closer to event dates.

*** Other exciting NEW activities to be announced soon - check back often for details!

Voted one of the top 25 BBQ Events in the US by Travelocity - make plans to come hungry and ready for a good time!