Thursday, August 4, 2011 3:39 pm

August 11-13, 2011. Smokin’ in McMinnville BBQ Festival is a 3-day family festival presenting live entertainment, amazing food and beverages, sports competitions, a children’s play zone, assorted vendors, and access to the fabulous Gilley Swimming Pool. 40 Professional Kansas City Barbeque Society teams along with backyard grill masters vying for $15,000 in total prize money in this Tennessee State Championship Competition. FREE Admission. Bring the whole family & join the fun. McMinnville Civic Center, 500 Garfield Street, McMinnville, TN 37110. More information contact McMinnville-Warren Chamber of Commerce 931-473-6611 or visit www.smokininmcminnville.com.