Capital City Cook-Off

Name: Capital City Cook-Off
Start: 2026-04-24T17:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-04-24T20:00:00-05:00
Location: Cole County Fair

Schedule

Fri Apr 24 2026 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Cole County Fair | Jefferson City, MO

Join us for all-you-can-eat ribs, ice-cold beer, and live music by the Dave Baker Band, benefiting Special Learning Center!
About this Event

20th Annual Capital City Cook-Off

Friday, April 24th - Jefferson City Jaycees Fairgrounds

All-You-Can-Eat Ribs: Sample the best ribs from location businesses, organizations, and backyard BBQ pros.

Blind Taste Judging: Cheer on your favorite teams as they compete for top honors in tenderness and taste.

Community Impact: Proceeds help support the children and families served by Special Learning Center

The gate opens at 5:00 p.m. (Ribs served until gone!)

$25 per ticket in advance or $30 day of event or at the gate.

For more information visit Capital City Cook-Off.

Cole County Fair, 1445 Fairgrounds Road, Jefferson City, United States

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Tickets

USD 28.52 to USD 33.85

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