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Indio Welcomes Inaugural State Barbecue Championship & Festival Brewing Co., Firestone Walker, Black Market Brewing, Hangar 24, Coronado Brewing, New Belgium, Ninkasi, Drake’s, Bootleggers Brewing, Golden Road Brewing and Speakeasy. Local indie rock band Alchemy will kick off the live music portion at 1 p.m., followed by country group R Buckle Road at 2 p.m., and Grupo Unico performing Tejano music at 3 p.m.
Barbecue: To broil or roast whole or in large pieces meat, fish or other foods over an open fire, on a spit or grill, often seasoned with vinegar, spices, salt, and pepper. If the definition of barbecue has you thinking about the outdoor tastes and smells of seasoned meats cooking on an open flame, then this event is perfect for you! On Saturday November 14, the City of Indio welcomes the Inaugural Indio California State BBQ Championship and Festival.
50 of the best pit masters in the state will be competing for a prize pool of up to $10,000 at the inaugural event. Presented by the City of Indio, the Indio Visitors Bureau, the Indio Chamber of Commerce and title sponsor Chandi Group USA, festivities will include a sanctioned barbecue contest, food vendors, a local “King of the Desert” barbecue competition, live music, a classic car show, games, craft beers, train rides, kids activities and much more. Festival admission and competition entry is free and open to the public.
“Indio is known as the City of Festivals, and we think this event will be a great addition that attracts barbecue enthusiasts from across the state and beyond,” said Indio Chamber of Commerce President/ CEO Joshua Bonner. “We’re going to have some of the best pit masters in the region competing, but the real winners will be the attendees who get to sample their barbecue. So don’t forget to bring your appetite.” Participating craft breweries include Goose island, La Quinta
The November 14, event will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Indio Golf Course located at 83040 Avenue 42 in Indio. Parking will be available in the adjacent lot. For more information, visit www.discoverindio.com or call (760) 347-0676.