Welcome to the Meat & Tater BBQ Fest

Saturday, September 5 | Labor Day Weekend
Julius M. Kleiner Park
1900 N Records Ave, Meridian, Idaho

FREE ADMISSION 10 AM – 3 PM

SMOKE • CHROME • Community

Show Cars. Local Food. KCBS BBQ Competition. Community Impact.
Join us for a day of smoke, chrome, and summer fun in the Treasure Valley.

The Meat & Tater BBQ Fest returns to Meridian, Idaho for a day filled with KCBS BBQ competition, show cars, local food, and community fun in the heart of the Treasure Valley.

Hosted by the Meridian Lions Club, 100% of the proceeds from the event stay local to support programs and initiatives serving families throughout our community.

This year’s event features a KCBS-sanctioned BBQ competition, the fan-favorite car show, our Lions Club (famous) pancake breakfast & burgers and hot dogs – along with music, food, local vendors/sponsors, and more.

PARKING

We want to make sure everyone has the opportunity to safely attend this amazing event! As our Car Show has moved to the grass, we are excited to have first-come first-served parking available at the park.
We want to make sure everyone has the opportunity to safely attend this amazing event! As our Car Show has moved to the grass, we are excited to have first-come first-served parking available at the park.

NO EVENT PARKING IS ALLOWED AT THE VILLAGE

Attend

SAT 9/5
FREE ADMISSION
Car show, entertainment, food & beer garden, sponsor garden, family fun— and more

COMPETE

Pitmasters & BBQ Teams, light your smokers and put your skills to the test in our KCBS-sanctioned Master Series competition.

Volunteer

Play a vital role in making this event a success while giving back to the community.

Partner with us to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. This event gives back, 100% of proceeds stay local to support life-changing programs right here in the Treasure Valley.

Showcase your brand, connect with attendees, and support a meaningful cause.

September 5, 2026
(Labor Day Weekend)

Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park
1900 N Records Ave, Meridian, Idaho
(Meridian is a suburb of Boise, Idaho’s Capital City)