
Come for the BBQ. Stay for the good vibes.
The Big Blue River Days, held June 5-6 in downtown Marysville, is a weekend packed with live music, fierce competitions, great food, and nonstop fun for all ages! Mark your calendar, bring your friends, and make Big Blue River Days part of your summer tradition.
Think you’ve got the chops to enter the BBQ competition? Sign up today to enter: BBQ Entry Form | Sauce Entry Form
People’s Choice Sauce Contest – Taste Testers Needed
The People’s Choice Sauce Contest is back at Big Blue River Days, and this year your tasting ticket gets you right in the middle of the action.
Tasting Wristbands – only $12
Includes:
– A tasting flight of five different BBQ sauces
– Pulled pork, bun and chips
– The chance to vote for your favorite sauce
No judges. No experts. Just the people deciding who has the best sauce in town. Winners announced at the Big Blue BBQ Awards at 4 p.m. on Saturday at the Helvering Center.
Limited wristbands available. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.


About BBRD
Big Blue BBQ: The 19th annual Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned competition draws top teams from across the country. Savor the flavors and enjoy the BBQ showdown.
AutoFest: The 35th annual car show features incredible rides and cash prizes. The Best of Show winner takes home $500! Follow Marysville AutoFest on Facebook to learn more.
Family Fun: Visit the kids’ zone for fun, free activities, or play a spirited game of Pickleball in our local tournament.
Beer Bin & Food Trucks: Stay refreshed with cold drinks and grab a bite to eat from 20+ vendors and food trucks.
Live Music: Bands will be playing all weekend long, and concerts are FREE! Enjoy tunes from Steven Bankey & the Flatland Band, Bryant Stoll, The Yachties, and others.




