# Event Details

- **Event Name**: BBQ Extravaganza
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: On Saturday, August 29 enjoy a great BBQ at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment – Admission is FREE! Chow down on some delicious BBQ  from the best food trucks & restaurants in the area – The event is from 5- 11 pm.

Live racing begins at 6:20 pm

Food Trucks: coming early 2026

Vendors can compete for $2,500 in prize money – details below:

BBQ Extravaganza Prizes: $500 prize for the best brisket, chicken, pulled pork, ribs & people’s choice.
Entrants must be ready to sell by 5pm
Entrants must prepare six plates for judging. Turn-in times: chicken @ 7 pm, pulled pork @ 7:30 pm, brisket @ 8 pm, ribs @ 8:30 pm.  Winners will be announced at 9:30pm
Open to area food trucks & restaurants –  To register or for more info: email Raryan@playmeadowlands.com
A $100 entry fee must be paid before August 24
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/east-rutherford/bbq-extravaganza/200030173520906
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 166

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: East Rutherford
- **state**: NJ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1 Racetrack Dr, East Rutherford, NJ, United States, New Jersey 07073
- **lat**: 40.8167
- **long**: -74.07464
- **full address**: 1 Racetrack Dr, East Rutherford, NJ, United States, New Jersey 07073

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is BBQ Extravaganza being held?
  - **A:** BBQ Extravaganza takes place on Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 1 Racetrack Dr, East Rutherford, NJ, United States, New Jersey 07073.
- **Q**: Who is organizing BBQ Extravaganza?
  - **A:** BBQ Extravaganza is organized by Meadowlands Racetrack.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** BBQ Extravaganza is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in East Rutherford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 160+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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