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Media Information
“Put Your Meat Where Your Mouth Is” BBQ Competition
Queen Hollidae + Sip and Vibe SLC present
Utah’s newest live-fire BBQ competition + festival experience.
Event Date: July 12, 2026
Location: 154 West Main St, American Fork, UT 84003
We welcome working media and creators covering the event. To keep check-in smooth and access fair, credentials are required for backstage/press zones (public areas remain open to all ticket holders). This mirrors how many large events manage access and safety.
Media Guidelines (Transparent)
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Credentials are for working media/creators on assignment or with a documented publishing history.
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Approved media must display credentials while on-site and remain within designated access zones.
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Parking may be separate and is not guaranteed with credentials (common for major events).
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Press Contact: info@sipandvibeslc.com
Subject Line: Media Request — BBQ Showdown (July 12, 2026)
Quick Facts
What it is: A high-energy BBQ competition inspired by cooking-show pacing—without mystery ingredients. Contestants bring their own curated baskets and compete across three timed rounds.
What makes it different: It’s spectator-first—round transitions, live judging moments, VIP sampling, vendor marketplace, and a live music lineup designed to keep the crowd engaged all day.
Judging: 10 judges | point-based scoring | round winners + overall champion
VIP Experience: Premium viewing + perks (limited availability)
How This Compares to Major BBQ Competitions
Competitive BBQ has legendary tentpoles—like The American Royal World Series of Barbecue, which is known for massive team participation and major attendance.
Many of the most recognized competitions are KCBS-sanctioned, where teams typically cook four meats (chicken, ribs, pork, brisket) and are judged on appearance, taste, and texture/tenderness in a standardized system.
Festivals like Tri City BBQ Fest also blend KCBS competition + live concerts and family activities.
What’s different about “Put Your Meat Where Your Mouth Is”:
This showdown is built to be more watchable for the general public—three timed rounds (including dessert), live transitions, and crowd programming—while still highlighting real grill skill and serious judging.