The 8th Annual
Cookin’ on The Clark Fork
BBQ Cook-Off, Brewfest, and Chalk Art Festival
Saturday, July 26th, 2025 · 12:00-6:00 PM
Main Street, Historic Downtown Deer Lodge, MT
Online Registration for Cooks & Vendors is available below!
Physical forms can also be downloaded here:
Chalk Art Application and Rules
Have questions or need more info?
Email us at discoverdeerlodge@gmail.com
OR contact Rian or Terry at the numbers below!
Rian King-Chavez: 406-506-8280
Terry Jennings: 406-498-4877
BBQ Competition Categories:
Chicken · Pork · Pork Ribs · Beef Brisket · Open · Hamburger
You must enter the first 5 categories listed above to be considered for Grand/Reserve Champion. Hamburger is not included as a championship category.
Brewfest:
Purchase a Commemorative Cookin’ on the Clark Fork Cup and Drink Tokens to Sample a Variety of Craft Beers!
Hoofin’ it on the Ranch:
3k, 5k, and 10k Fun Run
Participate for a chance to win! Line up starts at 8:00AM.
Chalk Art Festival: NEW!
Purchase a Main Street sidewalk square (comes with a box of vibrant chalk) and create for a chance to win a prize!
Start as early as 6AM & finish by 4PM. Can be purchased in advance or on the day of!
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