SATURDAY OCTOBER 18TH, 2025 | 9AM-8:30PM
bbq & bluegrass bash
The Ultimate BBQ Bash —Paradise North Style
Join us for a full day of smoky bites, bluegrass beats, and good times at the first-ever BBQ & Bluegrass Bash at Paradise North Distillery! From BBQ competitions and live music to a live taping of The Mad Dog & Merrill Midwest Grill’n Show, there’s something for everyone at this family-friendly fall event.
Event Lineup
🍖 BBQ Competition
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM (Final Turn-In Time)
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Judging)
Watch (and smell!) as contestants fire up the grills for a mouthwatering competition. Come cheer them on and see who takes home the top spot!
📺 Mad Dog & Merrill LIVE Taping
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Midwest’s favorite Grillologists, Mad Dog & Merrill, are bringing their energy and expert tips to Paradise North! Catch the filming of their hit TV show and maybe even snag a spot on camera.
Learn more about the show →
🎶 Live Bluegrass Music
1:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Enjoy performances from local and regional bluegrass bands throughout the afternoon and into the evening.
🚚 Food Trucks
2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Grab a bite (or two) from our food truck lineup serving up BBQ favorites, fall comfort foods, and more.
Tickets
VIP Tickets – $50 (Limited to 50 Guests)
General Admission
$10 – Adults
$5 – Kids 8 and under
Giving Back
We’re proud to partner with The Center for Childhood Safety, a nonprofit focused on keeping kids safe in our community.
Learn more:
centerforchildhoodsafety.org