The 9th Annual

Cookin’ on The Clark Fork

BBQ Cook-Off, Brewfest, and Chalk Art Festival

Saturday, July 25th, 2026 · 12:00-4:00 PM

Main Street, Historic Downtown Deer Lodge, MT

Online Registration for Cooks & Vendors is available below!

Physical forms can also be downloaded here:

Cooks Entry Form

Vendor Application

Rules and Regulations

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 Ribs · Beef Brisket · Open ·

You must enter all 4 categories listed above to be considered for Grand/Reserve Champion. Grand/Reserve Champion entry fee is $175.00

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:

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 3PM. Can be purchased in advance or on the day of!

Cookin' On The Clark Fork

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