The 23rd Annual Rib Cook-Off Extravaganza hosted by the Holtville Athletic Club will take place in Holtville, California.  This year's event is scheduled on weekend prior to the Super Bowl.  This Rib Cook-Off promises to be the biggest in History.  Organizers are preparing for a crowd that will approach 15,000 by reserving 12,000 pounds of fresh pork ribs, and making preparations to serve 250 gallons of Old Fashion homemade ice cream for the single day event.

This year's marquee event will have prizes and awards that will top $10,000.00.  The top prize of $1,000.00 will go to the judge's choice for best BBQ Ribs.  Additional categories include best side dish, and best booth contest.

With all net proceeds of the event earmarked to benefit area youth activity education and athletic groups, the majority of the 600 event volunteers are comprised of area athletic, youth organization, and educational groups and their leaders.

Four bands will be performing live at the Rib Cook-Off: Big-Joy-Wow from Yuma 9:30 am - 10:40 am, Megan Strahm and the True Blues 10:55 am - 12:10 pm, Sand Section from Manhattan Beach 12:20 pm - 1:20 pm and "Eevaan Tre' & The Show" from Coachella Valley 1:30pm - 2:15 pm, all on the main stage.