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Grills Gone Wild returns next weekend

January 29, 2025 • 
Bethany Osborn
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meat cooking on a grill with flames coming up and a person's hand in the top left corner

Sample BBQ favorites like pork, brisket, ribs, chicken, and more.

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Things are heating up in Davenport, and for once, we’re not talking about the weather.

The second leg of the Florida Triple Crown of BBQ kicks off with Grills Gone Wild on Friday, Feb. 7 + Saturday, Feb. 8 at the Tom Fellows Community Center.

Here are the delicious details:

  • Sample BBQ from pitmasters across the region
  • Admission is free
  • Enjoy live entertainment + shop from local vendors

Bonus: Savor your BBQ with a side of timeless rides at the Tom Fellows Classic Car Show.

Ready, set, grill

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