Best Dam Barbecue is This Weekend!

Hey barbecue Lovers – Rollin Smoke Barbecue presents the Best Dam Barbecue this Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday and Sunday May 23 and 24, 2026. Marking the beginning of summer for many locals, make sure to save the date for this 20 year classic Rotary event in downtown Boulder City, NV. The event runs Saturday, 9:00AM – 9:00PM and Sunday, 9:00AM – 5:00PM.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Prime your taste buds for the inaugural People’s Choice Event, where you can choose the Best Dam Barbecue Challenge Winner by sampling barbecue from different teams. Make sure to come by Saturday, May 23 between 11:00AM – 3:00PM to cast your vote!

In addition to delicious barbecue and fun, festival food vendors, Dale Ryan will be on the Rotary Grill serving up everyone’s favorite, “The Pacini Burger” and our fellow Rotarians will have ice cold beer on tap, margaritas, wine, and bloody Marys while supplies last.

In addition to the Kansas City Sanctioned Barbecue Competition happening on Sunday, May 24, in which over 40 KCBS teams compete for cash prizes and bragging rights equating up to $8,500, the Rotary Club of Boulder City has fun for the whole family. Adults and Children will get the chance to win the FROZEN T-SHIRT CONTEST, cheer on our first responders at the Rib Eating Contest, and just for the youth, sign up for the grill off at the annual Kids Que event, sanctioned by the Steak Cook Off Association.

Local Rotarian and music buff, Chad Schulz, has secured a line up of local musicians throughout the event, and of course, we have Mike Pacini as our DJ. Saturday evening musicians include Dr. Harpo and The Ace Tones. Catch the Sunday performances with Down Twenty and Hurricane Rob as well as original music by Cam Elise.

Whether you have little ones or older ones, the Kids Zone will be the spot for the families. From a giant rock wall and bounce house to face painting and balloon animals, the kids area will be a great headquarters for families from all around. Located right next to the playground area, make sure to bring a blanket to relax and please remember that Bicentennial Park is a “no stake” grass area.

The 2025 – 2027 Rotary Club of Boulder City Club President, Dawn Green, will be leading the program at 9:00AM on Saturday, May 23 with the DWF Presentation of Colors, National Anthem, and kickoff of the Best Dam Car Show in Wilbur Square as well as the Best Dam Bike Show in North Escalante Park.

BUY SELL TRADE – The Best Dam Gun and Knife Show will be held inside the new gym at the Boulder City Recreation Center. Enjoy the air conditioning and mingle with fellow enthusiasts.

The Best Dam Barbecue takes place in the scenic Bicentennial Park located at 999 Colorado Street in Boulder City. This historic park provides a spacious setting with green grass and mature trees. Its location offers easy access and is a short drive from the Las Vegas Strip and Hoover Dam. The Best Dam Barbecue is the primary fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Boulder City. Funds support various community initiatives, such as the STEM Guitar program at Garrett Junior High School, BCHS Senior Barbecue, Teacher Mini Grants, supporting Friends of the Desert, Lakeview Terrace activities, scholarships, grants, and more!

For full event map and schedule of events, visit bestdambbq.com for more information. Follow the Rotary Club of Boulder City to stay in the know about all updates and all contributions are tax deductible. Donate at the event by visiting the Information Booth!