The excitement is building as preparations are in full swing for the annual Dawson Springs BBQ, scheduled for later this month.
Kathy Nichols, a board member of the Dawson Springs Community Center, told WPKY’s News Edge that this year marks the 76th annual barbecue, a longstanding fundraiser that has helped support the Community Center for decades.
click to download audioThe annual barbecue has faced several challenges in recent years, from COVID-19 to enduring two tornadoes.
click to download audioThe annual barbeque will kick off Friday, July 26th, and will include barbecue and other attractions.
click to download audioIn addition to the street fair from 6:00 to 9:00 Friday night, there will be inflatables, live music by Instant Zeal, a beer & wine garden, various vendors, and old-fashioned fair games.
click to download audioMore activities are planned on Saturday, with a 5K race that begins at 7:30 that morning.
click to download audioPlus, Nichols says there will be a golf scramble at Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park and a car show, which will begin at 8:00 that morning, along with a street dance from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
click to download audioFor registration for any of the events or more information about the upcoming annual barbecue, visit the Dawson Springs Community Center Facebook page or contact Kathy Nichols at (270) 836-3959.
