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Robertson County BBQ Throwdown
Springfield, TN · Food & Drink
- When
- June 11–12, 2027
- Where
- Robertson County Fairgrounds, 4635 Hwy 41 N · Springfield · TN
- Cost
- Not confirmed
- Status
- Approximate: based on past editions, not announced yet
The Robertson County BBQ Throwdown is a KCBS-sanctioned barbecue competition at the Robertson County Fairgrounds with a People's Choice wing contest alongside the main cook-off. It is organized annually each June by the Robertson County Fair Association.
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The City of Springfield holds Freedom Fest each year on July 3 at the Robertson County Fairgrounds, closing with fireworks.
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A pulled pork barbecue picnic and parish fundraiser dating to 1885, interrupted only briefly during World War II.