The Kentucky Travel Industry Association selected Barbecue on the River & Market Days, September 26-28, 2013, as one of the Top 10 Festivals & Events for fall.
The Kentucky Travel Industry Association selected Barbecue on the River & Market Days, September 26-28, 2013, as one of the Top 10 Festivals & Events for fall.
Barbecue on the River showcases Western Kentucky’s rich barbecue tradition for a flavorful weekend of fall fun in Historic Downtown Paducah. More than fifty barbecue teams from Western Kentucky and beyond cook more than sixty tons of meat during the three-day event. While teams compete for the coveted Grand Champion trophy, their sales raise thousands of dollars for local charitable organizations.
The Paducah Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) nominated the festival for the honor. “Barbecue on the River is an example of how a festival that began housed at the CVB can grow to sustain itself through partnership and magnify its economic impact on our community,” said Mary Hammond, Paducah CVB Executive Director. “With more than $400,000 benefitting area charities last year, the expanding reach of the festival is evident. The last weekend in September has become a celebrated time for homecomings, reunions and motorcoach tours.”
Gather with local Kentuckians to feast on mouthwatering hickory smoked meats, fixin’s and desserts. Peruse a variety of Market Day vendor booths, enjoy Paducah Symphony Orchestra’s Beer & Wine Garden or listen to some of the best regional musicians at the Main Stage.
A panel of impartial judges selects the Kentucky Travel Industry Association Top 10 Festivals & Events for each season. Criteria for selection includes event popularity, impact on the local travel economy and cultural and historical significance.
For more information about Barbecue on the River, visit www.bbqontheriver.org or call 270.559.7330. Visit www.paducah.travel for additional Paducah event information and trip planning resources.
