International Bar-B-Q Festival
P.O. Box 434
Owensboro, KY 42302
ALL Event Inquiries
Please see the contact information listed on each event page. You can access the individual events by clicking on the tabs at the top of our main page.
The International Bar-B-Q Festival is comprised of an all-volunteer board of individuals who graciously donate their time and talents to producing a fun-filled event. Each board member will work to answer your questions as timely as possible.
Entertainment Inquiries
Please contact 2017 Co-Chair Allen Payne (allenbbqfest@yahoo.com) or Event Chairperson Drew Aud (drewbbqfest@yahoo.com) or click on the “send a message” link below.
Vendor Inquiries (Concessions/Products & Services)
Please contact 2017 Event Chairperson Sam Byrd at sam1047@live.com or click on the “send a message” link below.
Arts & Crafts Inquiries
Please contact 2017 Event Chairperson Robin Bartlett at robin2460@aol.com or click on the “send a message” link below.
Media Inquiries
Please contact 2017 Co-Chair Sharon NeSmith at 270 929-8663, email sharongnesmith@att.net or click on the “send a message” link below.
Sponsor Inquiries
Please contact 2017 Co-Chair Sharon NeSmith at 270 929-8663, email sharongnesmith@att.net or click on the “send a message” link below.
Visitor Information
Owensboro Daviess Convention and Visitors Bureau
800-489-1131
270-926-1100
Our visitors bureau is happy to assist with your trip to Owensboro. They can provide general information about the Bar-B-Q Festival but may not be able to answer questions about specific events or vendor opportunities. Please access our website for those questions.