# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 23rd Annual Smokin on the Rio BBQ Cook-Off
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us on February 13 & Feb 14 at the RGV Livestock Show Grounds in Mercedes, TX for Smokin on the Rio, World Championship BBQ Cook-Off! 

Free Live Music on Saturday 11 AM - 6 PM! 
Ron Moshier
Leslie Blasing
Bruce Boudreau
Azucenas 

$10 Gate Admission for 13 and up! 
KIDS ACTIVITIES
Merchandise and Food Vendors 

/////FREE PARKING/////
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mercedes/23rd-annual-smokin-on-the-rio-bbq-cook-off/200029510884935
- **Event Categories**: music, kids, sports, live-music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1787

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Mercedes
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1000 N. Texas Avenue, Mercedes, TX, United States, Texas 78570
- **lat**: 26.16359
- **long**: -97.91374
- **full address**: 1000 N. Texas Avenue, Mercedes, TX, United States, Texas 78570

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 23rd Annual Smokin on the Rio BBQ Cook-Off
  - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=23rd+Annual+Smokin+on+the+Rio+BBQ+Cook-Off&date=Fri%2C+13+Feb%2C+2026+at+06%3A00+pm&bg=1

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 23rd Annual Smokin on the Rio BBQ Cook-Off being held?
  - **A:** 23rd Annual Smokin on the Rio BBQ Cook-Off takes place on Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 pm at 1000 N. Texas Avenue, Mercedes, TX, United States, Texas 78570.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 23rd Annual Smokin on the Rio BBQ Cook-Off?
  - **A:** 23rd Annual Smokin on the Rio BBQ Cook-Off is organized by Smokin' on the Rio BBQ Cook-Off.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 23rd Annual Smokin on the Rio BBQ Cook-Off 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 Mercedes, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 1,700+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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