2025 Best In The West Nugget Rib Cookoff

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Often referred to as the Super Bowl of rib competitions on the national BBQ competition circuit, the annual Labor Day Weekend event spans more than 6 city blocks in the heart of downtown Sparks, Nevada. Two dozen of the country’s best BBQ teams competed for nearly $20,000 in prize money plus prestigious bragging rights! It is estimated that 350,000-400,000 BBQ enthusiasts take part in the festivities each year consuming more than 250,000 pounds of mouthwatering ribs during the 6-day festival.

In addition to the best BBQ around, a wide variety of activities are offered including a huge arts and crafts vendor show, kids area, VIP area and top named entertainment performing on two stages. There is no admission fee and the event is open to the public.

Entertainment Lineup:
Wednesday, August 27 - Ying Yang Twins
Thursday, August 28 - Tim Montana
Friday, August 29 - Sister Hazel
Saturday, August 30 - Revisiting Creedence
Sunday, August 31 - Collin Raye
Monday, September 1 - Red Hot Tribute

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• This Thursday, 26th June, 06:30 pm, Anthony's Chophouse Winemaker Dinner feat. Joseph Phelps Vineyards in Sparks
• Next Friday, 4th July, 04:00 pm, Star Spangled Sparks in Sparks
• Next Saturday, 5th July, 02:00 pm, Western Conference & Friends: Island Vybez Edition in Sparks

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