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Idaho Meat & Tater BBQ

Name: Idaho Meat & Tater BBQ
Start: 2025-08-30T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-08-30T21:00:00+00:00
Location: Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park

August 30, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Welcome to the Meat & Tater BBQ Fest

Saturday, August 30 | Labor Day Weekend
Julius M. Kleiner Park
1900 N Records Ave, Meridian, Idaho

FREE ADMISSION 10 AM – 9 PM

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BBQ Team Registration

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Get ready, Treasure Valley — Labor Day Weekend just got a whole lot tastier.

The very first Meat & Tater BBQ Fest is lighting the fires and bringing the smoke to Meridian, Idaho for a weekend of mouthwatering competition, community events, and family fun you won’t want to miss!

This KCBS-sanctioned event will host professional Pitmasters and BBQ teams from across the country as they go head-to-head in the ultimate showdown of ribs, chicken, pork, brisket — and a special Idaho Potato Category that’s sure to bring the heat to the Treasure Valley.

But it’s not just about the ‘cue — this event gives back. Hosted by the Meridian Lions Club and Snake River Lions, 100% of proceeds stay local to support life-changing programs right here in the Treasure Valley. That means when you show up hungry, you’re helping your community thrive.

So gather the crew, bring your appetite, and let’s make some BBQ history together.

What to Expect
Pro Pitmasters from across the U.S. battling for Grand Champion honors
A massive car show with classics, customs, and showstoppers. Sponsored by Kendall Ford.
Live music, food & vendors, beer garden, health fair, family fun — and more
And most importantly — every dollar raised stays right here in the Treasure Valley

Details

Date:: August 30, 2025
Time:: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Event Category:: Festivals & Events
Website:: https://meatandtaterbbq.com/

Venue

: Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park
: 1900 North Records Avenue
Meridian, ID 83642 + Google Map

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