We proudly present this year's Rib Cook-Off, brought to you by Nugget Casino Resort. Dive into a world where the finest BBQ teams battle it out for glory, a slice of nearly $20,000 in prize money, and the coveted title of BBQ Champion.

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Rib Cook Off
Best In The West

Rib Cook Off

Rib Cook Off
Best In The West

Rib Cook Off

Rib Cook Off
Best in the West

Rib Cook Off

Rib Cook Off
Best In The West

Rib Cook Off

Rib Cook Off
Best In The West

Rib Cook Off

Rib Cook Off
Best In The West

Rib Cook Off

We Have Our Winners!

Best In The West Nugget Rib Cook Off

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2025 WINNERS

1st - Git-R-Smoked BBQ
2nd - Battle Born Smokers
3rd - Butch's Smack Your Lips BBQ
4th - Aussom Aussie BBQ
5th - Joey's Texas Thunder

Best Sauce - Blazin' Bronco

Influencer's Choice - Porky Chicks

Address
Address

Victorian Square, Sparks, Nevada on Victorian Avenue between 14th Street and Pyramid Way 
1100 Nugget Avenue, Sparks, Nevada 89431,
USA

Concert Line Up

Main Stage

Ying Yang Twins

Ying Yang Twins

Main Stage
Wednesday, August 27
7PM - 9PM

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Ying Yang Twins
Tim Montana

Tim Montana

Main Stage
Thursday, August 28
7PM - 9PM

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Tim Montana
Sister Hazel

Sister Hazel

Main Stage
Friday, August 29
7PM - 9PM

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Sister Hazel
Revisiting Creedence

Revisiting Creedence

Main Stage
Saturday, August 30
7PM - 9PM

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Revisiting Creedence
Collin Raye

Collin Raye

Main Stage
Sunday, August 31
7PM - 9PM

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Collin Raye
Red Hot Tribute

Red Hot Tribute

Main Stage
Monday, September 1
2:30PM - 4:30PM

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Red Hot Tribute

Contest Winners

2025 1st Place: Git-R-Smoked

2025 1st Place: Git-R-Smoked

The world’s top rib cookers compete for top honors each year at the Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook Off.

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2025 1st Place: Git-R-Smoked
2025 2nd Place: Battle Born Smokers

2025 2nd Place: Battle Born Smokers

The competition is widely regarded as the most prestigious rib cook-off in the country.

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2025 2nd Place: Battle Born Smokers
2025 3rd Place: Butch's Smack Your Lips BBQ

2025 3rd Place: Butch's Smack Your Lips BBQ

The rib cookers aren’t just competing for bragging rights – $19,000 in Cash Is Up For Grabs For Those Who Impress The

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2025 3rd Place: Butch's Smack Your Lips BBQ
2025 4th Place: Aussom Aussie BBQ

2025 4th Place: Aussom Aussie BBQ

Winners are announced on Monday, September 2 at 2pm Plaza Stage

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2025 4th Place: Aussom Aussie BBQ
2025 5th: Joey's Texas Thunder

2025 5th: Joey's Texas Thunder

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2025 5th: Joey's Texas Thunder
2025 Best Sauce: Blazin' Bronco

2025 Best Sauce: Blazin' Bronco

2025 Best Sauce: Blazin' Bronco

2025 Influencer's Choice: Porky Chicks BBQ

2025 Influencer's Choice: Porky Chicks BBQ

2025 Influencer's Choice: Porky Chicks BBQ

A Special Thanks

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What People Say

Testimonials

Connie C. from Sacramento, CA

“RIBS.  Wish it was all day, everyday!” 

 

Amanda M. from Reno, NV

“There’s a reason everyone loves this event and looks forward to it every year: mounds of delicious ribs.  You can get nearly every version of this mouthwatering treat each summer at the rib cook-off held in downtown Sparks.” 

Janelle S. from Gilroy, CA

“I’ve been a fan of this rib cook-off for years and is one of my favorite festivals for the long Labor Day weekend.”

Jessica G. from Reno, NV

“This was a great experience that I’ll never forget!” 

Jason G. from Ventura, CA

“This event is preceding and culminating over Labor weekend and is one of the best barbecue gatherings on the West Coast.  There are around thirty different competitors and barbecue restaurants, which means a great opportunity to sample or eat at so many different restaurants all in one place.”