Summer’s basically toast, and you know what that means: it’s crunch time for Placer County’s biggest, sauciest party of the year. Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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;…
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…
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…
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,…
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