Flavor On The Frontline

Field Rations to Gourmet Creations

Mark your calendars and bring your appetite! The 11th Annual Towns4Troops BBQ Competition Fundraiser is back and bigger than ever. Join us on Saturday, October 5, at Long Lot Farm Brewery, where the fun starts at noon and doesn’t stop all day long.

This is more than just a BBQ, it’s a community celebration filled with amazing food, exciting activities, and plenty of opportunities to support our local military families.

Here’s What’s Happening:

  • Helicopter Tours by Independent Helicopters (12 PM – 2 PM)
    Take to the skies with breathtaking helicopter tours! For just $70 per person, you can enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the beautiful area. Tours run from noon to 2 PM, and spots are first come, first served — so don’t miss out!
  • Face Painting Fun
    Perfect for kids and kids-at-heart, our face painting station will add a splash of color and creativity to your day.
  • Pain In The Axe Axe Throwing Trailer (Starting at 3 PM)
    Ready to test your aim? Head over to the axe throwing trailer and see if you’ve got what it takes to hit the target. It’s fun, thrilling, and a great way to challenge friends and family.
  • Unique Vendors To Explore
    Browse and shop from fantastic local vendors including: Elijo Handmade Soap, Spice Beast, Mary Lemon Co., and The Spirits Lab.
  • Delicious Eats
    Two Hacks In A Shack and Buns On The Run will be serving up mouthwatering BBQ bites to satisfy your hunger while you enjoy the festivities.
  • Long Lot Farm Brewery
    Long Lot Farm Brewery is not only providing the perfect setting for this event but will also be serving 12 delicious craft beers, refreshing seltzers, and local wines and spirits. Bonus: If you’re loving the Oktoberfest vibe, stop by Long Lot Farm Brewery this Saturday and Sunday for even more seasonal fun!

Why You Should Come:

This event raises crucial funds to support Towns4Troops’ ongoing mission to assist active-duty military members, veterans, and their families. Every ticket, every bite, and every donation helps us continue making a difference in the lives of those who serve.

Bring your friends and family for a day of fantastic food, community spirit, and fun-filled activities, all while supporting a cause that truly matters.

Lasting Impact

Towns4Troops is a dedicated nonprofit organization born from the spirit and community connection of our annual First Responder Iron Chef-Style BBQ Competition. What began as a single event has grown into a mission-driven effort to support and uplift the social and emotional well-being of our local military members and their families.

Through engaging events, community outreach, and year-round initiatives, we strive to create meaningful opportunities for connection, appreciation, and support for those who serve, and the loved ones who stand beside them.

Donations are 100% tax deductible. 

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