The Great Midwest Rib Fest Debut!

THE GREAT MIDWEST RIB FEST DEBUTS
JULY 25 - 27 AT MYSTIC LAKE

Rib lovers rejoice! A major new special event is coming this summer to the Minneapolis area. Modeled after events attracting thousands of rib fans and barbecue enthusiasts, The Great Midwest Rib Fest will premier July 25 through 27 at Mystic Lake. The event will feature eight of the country's top rib cookers, an art festival with more than 100 of the best Minnesota artists and to-name live entertainment, including The Oak Ridge Boys on July 26. 

The Great Midwest Rib Fest will be open Friday, July 25 from 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, July 26 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, July 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free and open to all ages.
 
The event will feature eight rib cookers vying for $15,000 in cash prizes and the bragging rights that come with winning this inaugural event.
 
Trophies and cash prizes for first through fifth places for ribs and best sauce will be awarded.
The general public will also be able to vote for their favorites by casting a ballot for the Best of the Fest people’s choice award.
 

DATES:      Friday, July 25, 4 – 9 pm
                  Saturday, July 26, 11 am – 9 pm
                  Sunday, July 27, 11 am – 5 pm
 
MUSIC:       Live music throughout the event with more acts to be announced soon. The Oak Ridge Boys will headline a free concert at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday night.
 
LOCATION: All events will take place outside Mystic Lake.
 
DETAILS:    This free event is open to all ages. Additional vendors will serve sides, desserts and drinks. Guests must be 18 to gamble and 21 to purchase or consume alcohol. More details to be announced at mysticlake.com.