The annual Ribs on the Ridge barbecue competition at Lake Eva Park in February was the second event in Polk County's Triple Crown of Barbecue competition, as seen here in February 2025.
The annual Ribs on the Ridge barbecue competition at Lake Eva Park in February was the second event in Polk County's Triple Crown of Barbecue competition, as seen here in February 2025.
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Pitmasters in Paradise BBQ competition comes to Camp Margaritaville

There’s one last chance to taste some of the best barbecue Polk County has to offer this weekend in Auburndale.

Camp Margaritaville Auburndale is hosting its inaugural competitive barbecue event, Pitmasters in Paradise, on April 24 and 25. It’s the final event in Visit Central Florida’s Triple Crown of BBQ competition.

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The winners of this year’s crown will be announced on April 25, taking home the bragging rights and cash prizes.

Here’s what you need to know.

Details of Pitmasters in Paradise

Entertainment at the competition

The event will feature live musical performances from a variety of artists, according to Camp Margaritaville’s website:

This article originally appeared on The Ledger: Pitmasters in Paradise BBQ competition comes to Camp Margaritaville

Reporting by Sara-Megan Walsh, Lakeland Ledger / The Ledger

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