Nebraska's Unlikely BBQ Destination

Winnetoon has a population of around 47 people. Every year on the first Saturday of August, nearly 1,000 of them show up — from across Nebraska and beyond — for the Winnetoon BBQ. Free food, live music, a parade, and raffle prizes make this one of the most remarkable small-town events in the state.

What to Expect

The afternoon opens with a car show, followed by a kiddie parade, then the free-will-donation BBQ dinner with live music running into the evening. Two raffle drawings — a main prize raffle and a kids' raffle — cap off the night, along with a bounce house for the kids.

Location: Main Street by Elaine's Tavern, Winnetoon, Nebraska.

BBQ Menu

Free will donation. Menu includes Pork BBQ Sandwich, Hot Dog, Grandma Pam's Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Chips, Pop & Water.

How It Started

The Winnetoon BBQ began as a community effort to support Elaine's Tavern, the town's local restaurant. What started as a local fundraiser has grown into an annual tradition that puts Winnetoon on the map every summer.

Current Year Details

Exact times, band names, raffle prizes, and ticket prices change each year. See the Winnetoon BBQ directory listing for this year's confirmed schedule and details.

External Links

• Winnetoon BBQ on Facebook — the event's main page, with current dates and updates

See Winnetoon, Nebraska for lodging and fuel in the area. Winnetoon is in Knox County on Nebraska Highway 14.