Gulf Coast Rhythm & Ribfest April 13, 2012

6th ANNUAL “GULF COAST RHYTHM & RIBFEST” APRIL 13TH – 15TH AT THE MANATEE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS IN PALMETTO, FL.

Featuring award winning Grilling Teams from across the nation and amazing entertainment with the best Regional bands, and national recording artists. “Greatest Ribs in America”, “Golden Ribs Award”, “Best Sauce in the Nation” and numerous “People’s Choice Awards” are just a few of the Titles and Awards, the attending Grilling Teams share amongst them. Last year’s winners of the “Best Ribs” and “Best Sauce” Awards will attend again and are ready to defend their titles. With attendance soaring each year, Rhythm & Ribfest is fast becoming one of the most exciting and anticipated annual events on Florida’s Gulf Coast.

WHEN: Friday, April 13: 4:00pm – 10:00pm; Saturday, April 14: 11:00am – 10:00pm; and Sunday, April 15: 11:00am – 8:00pm

WHERE: MANATEE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
1402 14th Avenue West
Palmetto, FL 34221

For general information visit www.gulfcoastribfest.com. For sponsor opportunities and all media related inquiries call 941-746-7470.
“A Party with a Purpose” – The 6th Annual Gulf Coast Rhythm & Rib Fest is a major annual fundraising event benefiting United Community Centers, Inc. who has provided educational, social and recreational programs to thousands of low income, At-risk youth throughout Manatee County since its inception in 1937. The Community Centers located throughout Manatee County Florida have helped disadvantaged youth find healthy solutions to the problems of poverty, drugs, crime, teen pregnancy and low self-esteem. United Community Centers, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit organization and all or a portion of contributions are tax-deductible.