What to Expect at the 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off
The 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off is not just another BBQ event. It’s a full on NorCal summer party; you’ve got ribs smoking all afternoon, live music blasting across the park,…
What Rib Cook-Off Teams Need to Know Before Competing at the 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off
If you’ve ever thought about joining the action, this is your sign. Rib cook-off teams of all experience levels are invited to compete at the 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off, one…
Become a Sponsor of the 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off: Get Involved, Get Noticed, Get Business!
The 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off isn’t just a local BBQ competition — it’s Lincoln’s annual celebration of the start of Fall! Placer County’s largest Rib Cook-Off, and we want YOU…
A Sizzling Thank You to Our 2025 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off Community & Sponsors
We just woke up from our rib coma and thought—yeah, we should probably tell people how amazing that was. The 2025 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off wasn’t just a feast of…
2024 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off Recap!
The 2024 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off was a day to remember! Over 5,000 attendees gathered for a day filled with ribs, music, and community. Families, friends, and local businesses all…
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Incredible Sponsors
The 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off has grown to be Lincoln’s best summer event, and it wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible sponsors. These local businesses have generously…
Why the 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off is Lincoln’s #1 Summer Event
The 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off is Lincoln’s #1 summer event, bringing together ALL the ingredients for a good time. With each passing year, the excitement and popularity of this event…
Ribs Ribs Ribs: The 2023 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off Competition Recap
The 2023 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off was a blast! September 16th at Twelve Bridges Park in Lincoln, CA, was a day for the books. But this wasn’t just any cook-off;…
From Rookie to Rib Master: Your Guide to Preparing for the 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off Competition
If you’ve ever sat down to a plate of smoky, tender, saucy ribs and thought, “I could win a competition with these,” it’s time to roll up your sleeves, fire…
The 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off Competition is a KCBS Sanctioned Event
Roll up your sleeves and fire up those grills because we’re about to dive into the smoky world of the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS)! Think of KCBS as the…
Highlighting Our Sponsors: REDWOOD ENGRAVINGS
Get ready to sink your teeth into some finger-licking, lip-macking deliciousness; we’re one month closer to this year’s 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off competition! With the community’s biggest family event nearing,…
Meet Justin Costello from State Farm!
We are stoked for this year’s 12 Bridges Rib Cook-Off competition! It’s a fun-filled and festive event complete with live music, great food, and many amazing community businesses. The 2023…
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