Experience Lincoln's biggest family friendly event!
RIBS, MUSIC, COMMUNITY—all the things that make a cook-off a good time—we have it. See you on the field!
2026 Team Registration is OPEN!
Only the bravest and boldest will party! If you think you've got it, and want to hoist that belt, then enter now!
The Sights
The Sounds
The Smells
We Can't Party Without Sponsors!
Ready to make an immediate impact on Lincoln!! Want to party like a sponsor...check out what fits you and your business best!
A HUGE Thank you to our main stage and Rib Row Sponsors.
We're Building Something This Year.
In 2026, every dollar raised at the 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off goes toward building a basketball court for the men and youth at Teen Challenge in Lincoln, CA — a residential recovery program dedicated to helping people find freedom from addiction and trauma.
A court gives them community. Structure. Something to compete for. Something to celebrate. It's a place where recovery looks a little more like living.
Come for the ribs. Stay for the cause. Leave knowing you helped build something that lasts.
We Are A Proud KCBS Sanctioned Competition
To those that are making it happen
Without these local businesses, we'd never find out who's ribs reign supreme. When you see them. Give them a big 'Ol high five!
Anything we missed?
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