10 Reasons To Attend the American Royal
Since the first American Royal BBQ festival was held in 1980, this finger-licking gathering has blossomed into the premiere contest on the competitive BBQ circuit. The event draws more than 75,000 participants each year as well as some 500 competitive cooking teams from all corners of the BBQ world. The event is spread over 20 acres in Kansas City’s historical stockyard district, and includes thousands of vendors of all sorts. There’s fireworks, parties, a poker tournament and more barbecue than you can shake a napkin at. It simply can’t be missed. So, mark out September 30 — October 3 on your calendar and plan on heading to this granddaddy of them all BBQ celebration. You never know you might bump into…
1o Reasons To Attend the American Royal
1. All the BBQ you could possibly want
2. A chance to become a certified KCBS judge and to dig in and judge this BBQ
3. Meet BBQ teams from around the country
4. Visit the many booths with all sorts of goodies
5. Hang out in one of the country’s most BBQ-friendly towns, Kansas City
6. Learn new recipes from seasoned pros
7. Play Texas Hold ‘Em with a chance to win a Fast Eddy Smoker
8. Take part in the “best party” competition
9. Plenty of kid-friendly activities to enjoy
10. Join Team Meat from yourmeattooth.com as we make our rounds and record all of the action!
October 18th, 2010 at 12:33 am
I was the Shriner at the information desk on Saturday morning when you arrived. It was a pleasure meeting you. I have been working the Royal for the past 6 years — ushered the Championship Bull Riding October 8th and 9th.
The Abdallah Shrine (in Overland Park) had their Oktoberfest last Saturday night and the featured sandwich was the Reuben!
If you ever get back to KC, call me at 913-342-2660 and my wife and I will show you around!
October 19th, 2010 at 1:46 am
Thanks so much Robert! Was a pleasure meeting you as well. We had a wonderful time, met so many great people, and can’t wait until 2011. We may take you up on that offer, so be careful what you wish for.