Fun, Food, and Fundraising are back in Hartford in 2021!
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Join us at The Hartford Rib Off on October 15 and 16 for Hartford's best BBQ Event.  

This all-day, family-friendly event is a favorite for everyone.
​Featuring a Kansas City Barbecue Society contest that draws pit crews from all over the country, The Hartford Rib Off is a celebration of food and fun, all to benefit local charities!
Enjoy amazing BBQ, unlimited beer, cocktails, live music, activities for the kids,
raffles, and more.

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MISSION STATEMENT:

Through family friendly BBQ and community-building events, the Hartford Rib Off is committed to raising awareness and funding to support the various objectives of Greater Hartford nonprofit organizations.
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Over the past 11 years we have distributed $180,000.00 in proceeds from our event to 7 local charitable organizations.
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The Hartford Rib Off prides itself on promoting Hartford, and Riverside Park is one of Hartford’s greatest natural resources. By bringing 2000+ guests to the park, our event showcases Hartford in a unique and exciting way.

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2021 RIB OFF Beneficiaries:  

Journey Home  |  The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp  |  Hartford Rib Off Scholarship Fund​

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​​COME HAVE FUN WITH US SO WE CAN COLLECTIVELY CHANGE OUR WORLD THROUGH THE MONEY WE RAISE.

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The Hartford Rib Off is sanctioned by KCBS and SCA
​Click here to learn more about competing.