PLEASE NOTE: This event has already occurred.
Date/Time
Date(s) - 09/19/2026
All Day
Location
Downtown Paxton
Categories
One of Paxton’s largest events of the year! Paxton’s Swine ‘n Dine is a fun all-day event with something for everyone in downtown Paxton that includes a BBQ Contest, Kids Zone, Food Vendors, Cruise-In, Bags Tournament then culminates with a FREE outdoor concert.
Swine ‘N Dine started in 2011 with a friendly BBQ competition in a backyard in Paxton, Illinois. Over the years it has expanded into a downtown street festival!
Spend your day in Paxton, enjoy the shops and some of the history as you stroll this family- friendly event.
For more details visit their website, paxtonswinendine.com
BBQ Contest
5am – BBQ Entry and Set UP
5:30am – Registration
6am – Meat Inspection
12pm – Chicken Turn In
1pm – Ribs Turn In
3pm – Awards on Main Stage
Afternoon Fun
10am – Vendors Open
11am – Lunch Stands Open
12pm – Inflatables & Petting Zoo
1-1:45pm – Bags Tournament Registration & Practice
2pm – Bags Tournament
Night Life
5pm – Car Show Cruise In
5:30pm – Concert Starts, Party Pit Opens
Please remember that events may be canceled or rescheduled last minute due to unpredictable weather or other factors. We encourage you to reach out to event organizers before heading out to an event to verify it is still happening.
