Events / Big Blue River Days

Big Blue River Days

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.

Date & Time:
Location:
Downtown Marysville
Marysville, KS 66508
Cost:
Free
Share

Upcoming Events

Jun 4 2026
1780531200,1781136000,1781740800,1782345600,1782950400,1783555200,1784160000,1784764800,1785369600,1785974400

Marshall County Community Band Concert

Join us on Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. for the Marshall County Community Band summer concert series in the beautiful Koester House Gardens. Bring a..

Jun 4 2026
Jun 12 2026
1781222400

Coffee & Conversation

Visit the Historic Courthouse on the second Friday of every month at 1 p.m. for coffee and a special presentation on topics related to the..

Jun 12 2026
Jun 16 2026
1781568000

Pony Express Re-Ride

Be part of history during the annual Pony Express Re-Ride. Visit the Pony Express Barn and Museum on Tuesday, June 16, to witness a reenactment..

Jun 16 2026
Jul 4 2026
1783123200

July 4th on Broadway

Marysville is celebrating Independence Day with a full day of fun for all ages! Community groups across town are teaming up to offer a variety..

Jul 4 2026
Aug 14 2026
1786665600

Squirrels Just Wanna Have Fun

Grab your girlfriends and head to downtown Marysville for a night of shopping, food, music and fun during our 10th annual Squirrels Just Wanna Have..

Aug 14 2026
Sep 12 2026
1789171200

Pony Express 120 Gravel Dash

Registration for the Lucky 13 edition of the Pony Express 120 Gravel Dash opens February 1 at 7 a.m. CST. Whether you’re a seasoned gravel..

Sep 12 2026

Community Calendar

See what is happening in Marysville week-by week in our community calendar.

Submit Your Event

If you’d like us to feature your upcoming event on our website, please fill out the form below.

Become a Vendor

 If you’re interested in becoming a vendor at an upcoming event, please fill out the form below.

Secret Link