Ribs & Rods 2025

Schedule

Fri, 07 Nov, 2025 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 04:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Bend O' The River | Temple, TX

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Ribs & Rods is one of Temple's most popular events brought to you by Don Ringler Chevrolet and Toyota. Ribs & Rods joins the community's love for live music, classic and custom cars, and BBQ, all while supporting our local Ronald McDonald House. In 2024, Ribs & Rods donated $15,000, and to date has donated over $80,000 to this fantastic charity and plans to continue this great tradition!
Ribs & Rods is held at the beautiful Bend O the River Ranch, with it's large shade trees and golf course grasses, sure to please any event participant. Ribs & Rods also offers several fun games and events to keep the whole family entertained including amazing bands, valve cover racing, kids coloring and pedal car competitions, rib eating contest, and a drive in style movie experience! See event schedule for details
2024's event brought in over 600 show vehicles, 75 of the best cooking teams in Texas, and thousands of spectators!
Ribs & Rods will be back at Temple's beautiful , Bend O' the River, right off IH35, and to invite you to be part of this spectacular event!
visit RibsandRods.org for more infomation
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Where is it happening?

Bend O' The River, 7915 South General Bruce Dr.,Temple, Texas, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Stephen Bramlett

Host or Publisher Stephen Bramlett

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