The Tri City BBQ Fest is so much more than a BBQ Contest alone. It’s one of Western Iowa’s premier tourism events each year! Featuring two fun filled days of; FREE Live Concerts, a Hog Wild Car Show, Kids Games & Activities, a KCBS BBQ Contest, Special Entertainment and refreshing Cold Drinks! With everything going down at the Tri City BBQ Fest we’re going to need some help to feed the masses! So, if you’re looking to eat delicious food from a variety of food trucks and vendors, look no further!

Come hungry to Tri City BBQ Fest in Denison, Iowa, September 18–19, 2026! Our Food Court will feature a wide variety of BBQ, savory entrées, sweet treats and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the weekend.

Whether you're coming for the competition BBQ or craving tacos, tenderloins, burgers, kettle corn, ice cream and more, there will be plenty to choose from in Uptown Denison.

BBQ

BBQ Bro’s – Variety of classic BBQ food, sides and big a$$ cinnamon rolls. New in 2026!

Smokin R’s – Variety of classic BBQ foods, sides, nachos and redneck sundaes.

Sizzlin J’s – Variety of classic BBQ foods, sides and fresh-squeezed lemonade.

Buffalo Joe’s – Variety of classic BBQ foods. New in 2026!

Tineys on the Green – Steak sandwiches, pulled pork sandwiches, pulled pork sundae, chicken hindquarters, Cajun mac and cheese, baked beans and coleslaw.

Savory Entrées

Los Tres Tacos – Birria tacos, quesadillas, burritos and nachos.

La Bendicion – Tacos de carne asada and tortas de carne asada.

La Cocinita Antojitos – Pork pupusas, tacos and elotes.

Rolling Cravings – Creative burgers and fried sides.

Triple B’s Tenderloins – Pork tenderloin sandwiches. New in 2026!

Desserts & Treats

DDM Vending – Ice cream, funnel cake, funnel cake with ice cream, pretzel with cheese and root beer floats.

Kroozin Kettle Corn – Kettle corn.

Scouty’s – Shaved ice with your choice of flavor.

Peach Wave – Frozen yogurt.

Mae Lyn’s Sweet Treats – Mini pancakes or poundcakes with toppings. New in 2026!

Totally Rolled Ice Cream – Rolled ice cream in a variety of flavors.

Cozmic Ice – Unique frozen treats. New in 2026!

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Wild Bill’s Soda – Daily refills of soda in mugs.

The Cottage Kitchen – Soda and dirty sodas.

All Tri City BBQ Fest food vendors have the option to sell soda, water and other non-alcoholic beverages.

Visit the Tri City BBQ Fest Food Court

The 2026 Tri City BBQ Fest takes place Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19 in Uptown Denison, Iowa. Come enjoy two days of BBQ, food vendors, cold drinks, live music, entertainment, the Kids Zone, BBQ competition and more.

Admission to Tri City BBQ Fest is FREE.

Please note that food and beverage purchases at the festival are card only. Prices and menus vary by vendor and are subject to change.

A special thank you to FNIC, our 2026 Tri City BBQ Fest Food Court Sponsor!