2019 Results

The 10th Annual Smoke on the Plains Derby BBQ & Music Fest is set for June 11, 12 and 13, 2020 at scenic High Park, located on the east side of Derby. This free, fun and family-friendly event is Derby's largest event. We appreciate the support of the community and our sponsors in making this event possible. 

June 11

Carnival Kick-off
6-10 p.m.
Northwest parking lot

June 12

6-10 p.m.
Join us for a live music, food trucks, adult beverages and a carnival. Purchase an all-you-can-ride wrist band for $25 or $3 tickets (good for one ride).

SCA sanctioned steak competition, learn more at SCA.

June 13

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. & 6-10 p.m.
Saturday's event will feature the Evergy KCBS (Kansas City BBQ Society) Cook-off, the Fidelity Bank Backyard BBQ Cook-off, People's Choice Contest, food trucks and the Derby Noon Lions Club Beer Garden. Kids can enjoy inflatables, face painters, caricature artist, Princess Pros Entertainment, 9 Square and more in the Kids Corner.

The Security 1st Title Mainstage will feature live music from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. followed by an evening performance with Paramount starting at 7 p.m. The Derby Lions club Beer & Beverage Garden and Shaken or Stirred will be open. 

The carnival will be open from noon-5 p.m. and 6-10 p.m. with $25 wristbands available for each session.

The People's Choice Contest will take place on Saturday from 1-3 p.m.
Tasting kits are $5 and you receive eight, 1 oz. samples of competition quality pulled pork. 

Proceeds from this event benefit the McConnell Air Force Base Airman and Family Readiness Center. 

 2020 Sponsors

Event Organizer
Mainstage Sponsor	Kids Corner Sponsor
KCBS Competition Sponsor                 Backyard Competition Sponsor
Steak Competition Sponsor
People's Choice Sponsors
BBQ Supporters