2026 Best In The West Nugget Rib Cook Off
Countdown TimerRib Village Presented by Country Financial
PRESALE COMING SOON
In Person Presale
Friday, April 17
Purchase tickets in person at the Box Office located at the Victorian Ave. entrance by Oyster Bar
11AM - 4PM
Online Presale
Tuesday, April 21, 10AM - Thursday, April 23, 10PM
Public On Sale
Friday, April 24, 10AM
Victorian Square, Sparks, Nevada on Victorian Avenue between 14th Street and Pyramid Way
1100 Nugget Avenue, Sparks, Nevada 89431,
USA
Connie C. from Sacramento, CA
“RIBS. Wish it was all day, everyday!”
Amanda M. from Reno, NV
“There’s a reason everyone loves this event and looks forward to it every year: mounds of delicious ribs. You can get nearly every version of this mouthwatering treat each summer at the rib cook-off held in downtown Sparks.”
Janelle S. from Gilroy, CA
“I’ve been a fan of this rib cook-off for years and is one of my favorite festivals for the long Labor Day weekend.”
Jessica G. from Reno, NV
“This was a great experience that I’ll never forget!”
Jason G. from Ventura, CA
“This event is preceding and culminating over Labor weekend and is one of the best barbecue gatherings on the West Coast. There are around thirty different competitors and barbecue restaurants, which means a great opportunity to sample or eat at so many different restaurants all in one place.”