Kansas City BBQ Cookoff Draws Crowds to Branch County Fairgrounds

The Branch County Fairgrounds will host the Kansas City Barbeque Society cook-off contest and the Troy Link Memorial Truck Show on September 19-20, drawing numerous BBQ teams and visitors. While the BBQ event will not offer tasting samples to the public, it will feature an amateur division and a rib burn with live entertainment. Meanwhile, Eaton Park will celebrate Oktoberfest with traditional German food, music, and over 30,000 liters of beer served from various bars, emphasizing a festive atmosphere without outside drinks allowed. The Conservation Foundation’s Dickson-Murst Farm in Montgomery will hold the Beer, Bands and Barns festival on September 20, offering live local music, beer and wine sales, food trucks, and a children’s nature play area with free admission. Additionally, Medicine Hat will host the Gas City Entertainment Expo on September 27-28, featuring cosplay contests, a Pokemon card tournament, VR play, and various family-friendly activities focused on pop culture. These events collectively offer a wide range of entertainment options, from culinary competitions and cultural festivals to music and fandom celebrations.