Troy Pig Out BBQ Festival July 17, 2009

TROY NY – Don't miss the 2nd Annual Troy Pig Out BBQ Festival in downtown Troy NY. It's a BBQ lover's dream! Sample different forms of barbeque from restaurants all over the northeast who will head to downtown Troy on July 18 - 19, 2009 to show off their barbeque and grilling talents.

Ready, Set, Pig Out! Troy Pig Out is sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbecue Society and will feature a NYS BBQ Championship, where serious barbeque contenders will go head to head for a spot in the Kansas City Barbecue Society Nationals. Winners will be chosen by certified judges in four categories: Pork, Chicken, Beef Brisket and Pork Ribs.

Live music, crafters, entertainment and fireworks are also on the agenda for this street festival in Riverfront Park. Front Street in Troy will be closed to traffic for the duration of the Troy Pig Out event to accommodate festival goers and competitors.

Official Website: http://www.albany.com/news/troy-pig-out.cfm