Sweet Gene’s Peanut Brittle

04/23/2026

Take a pic of the announcement below to save on the entry fee to this weekends festival. Bring the family out, enjoy the free activities and enjoy the beautiful sunshine ☀️

04/16/2026

We will be there Friday only, come see us!

🔥 Downtown Showdown BBQ Cook-Off 2026 – Event Schedule 🔥

Mark your calendars and plan your weekend! It’s going to be a full lineup of BBQ, live music, and downtown fun! 🍖🎶

📅 Friday, April 17th
We kick things off at 12PM and roll straight into an evening packed with action:
• Rib competition 🔥
• Live music from True Rumours (Fleetwood Mac tribute)
• Co****le tournament
• Headliner Nuthin’ Fancy (Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute) 🤘
• Plus a welcome reception at Halpatter Brewing

📅 Saturday, April 18th
Another full day starting at 10AM:
• KCBS competition turn-ins all afternoon
• People’s Choice tent open 11AM–2PM
• The Great Pie Review 🥧
• Awards ceremony at 6PM 🏆

🎉 No entry fee — just come out, enjoy downtown Lake City, support the vendors, and experience an awesome weekend of BBQ and entertainment!

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04/12/2026

Did you know we have different flavor option of peanut brittle?! Check out our flavors below