Experience Excelsior Springs Trip Planner 2023

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• BBQ & Fly-In On The River • Aug 18-19, 2023 •
Whether you spell it BBQ, Barbeque or Barbecue, it’s the taste of America. BBQ & Fly-In on the River has been going strong for 23 years! Mark your calendars and join us
Friday, August 18th through Saturday, August 19th while over 60 BBQ teams compete to take home the trophy! Each year this mouthwatering competition features some of the top
pitmasters in the nation battling it out in the rugged competition. The public is invited to join in on the fun for a small entrance fee paid at the gate, with proceeds going toward downtown
revitalization The aroma of smoked meat will fill the air, with a backdrop of great live music. Guests can enjoy food trucks, a beer tent, fireworks, and, weather-permitting, take a hot air
balloon ride in the tethered ReMax hot air balloon. Prizes are awarded at the end of the second day!
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• Home Brew Contest • August 19, 2023 •
The Home Brew Contest takes place in conjunction with the BBQ & Fly-In on the River. This competition gives home brewers a chance to show off their brewing skills, and gives
the general public the chance to taste something new! Purchase a standard tasting ticket that will give you access to the event with unlimited home brew samples and a plastic 5 ounce
tasting glass. VIP ticket levels include early access, a larger souvenir glass and even a competition style BBQ lunch. Limited VIP tickets will be available so get them while you can!
If you are ready to show off your home brewing skills, or just ready to start sampling, keep your eye on Downtown Excelsior Facebook page or visitexcelsior.com for full details!
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