NOTICE ** Madison-Milton bridge has a 15 ton limit**

FAQ   ---  (See 2013 Schedule bottom of this page)

Q.  Will smoking be permitted at the event since there is a new law?

A.    Yes.  The change you will see is "no smoking" within' eight feet of the restroom, portolets, and Brown Gym (and all enclosed public places).
  

Q.  Is there an increase in wristband prices this year?

A.    No. We've kept the wristband price to $20 for both days. We do have one
        change in gate prices. If you come to the gate on Friday you will only be
        able to purchase a wristband for $20 that will allow entry for both days.
        There will be no "Friday only" price.  If you wait and purchase your
        wristband on Saturday the price will still be $20.
        Children 12 and under are still free with a paid adult.


Q.  When and where can I purchase wristbands?

A.     Pre-sale wristbands go on sale beginning June 1st at the Madison Visitor's Center,
        and sponsor locations Craig Toyota and Koehler Tire.  You may also purchase them 
        here at our website by clicking on BUY TICKETS or by phone at 800-599-2956.
        Please do not call before June 1st. 


Q.  Will my wristbands be mailed to me?

A.     No, all wristbands purchased online or by phone will be available at "Will Call". 
        You will get a confirmation email stating pick-up details.


Q.  What time do the gates open each day?

A.     Friday, August 16th 5:00 pm;  Saturday, August 17th gate 11:00 am.


Q.  May we bring pets?

A.     No.  We are sorry but we cannot allow pets in the festival.  With the heat and
         the crowd it is not a safe or comfortable environment for animals.


Q.  Why are we not allowed to bring umbrellas or canopies?

A.      We have open seating.  Umbrellas or canopies in front of festival attendees
          would obstruct stage viewing for others.


Q.  Is there something for small children to do?

A.    Yes.  We offer a children's play area, the Piglet Pen, which is a supervised, has
        many activities to keep them happy, and is affordable for families.  Check out
        the Piglet Pen tab on the homepage of this website for details and pricing.


Q.  Do you offer handicap parking?

A.     Yes.  We have an area designated for handicap parking at the corner of West
        and First Streets. You may drop off handicap patrons at the West St. gate at West and Vaughn streets.


Q.  Why can't we bring in our own food and beverages?

A.     We ask our festival attendees to support the event by purchasing food and drinks
        within the event.  Insurance liabilities does not allow alcohol to be carried into our
        event. The policy to not allow food and drink carried in, limits the potential of outside
        alcohol violation.


Q.  I have heard you do not accept cash at the event, is that true?

A.     No we do accept cash in some cases.  You may purchase tickets to be used at the
        food and beverage vendors which are $1 each and are valued at $1.  Vendors will only
        take tickets -- NO CASH. Cash may be used to purchase souvenirs, CD's at the artists
        tent next to the stage, for tickets, and voting for the pigs in pigmania -- click on
        PIGMANIA on the homepage for more information on this.


Q.  Is there an ATM in the event?

A.    Yes, one ATM located by the souvenir tent just east of the stage on Vaughn Dr.


Please note these other festival requests:
•Keep passages free. Don’t block sidewalks, walkways, or other areas people may pass through.
•Dispose of trash in designated receptacles.
•Be aware of our Recycle Containers and use them for proper items. 
•No distribution of commercial advertisements.
•Do not enter nonpublic areas, i.e. offices, storage, vendor booths, “performers only” areas. 
•No video or audio recording of concerts.  This is designated in contracts with our artists.   

2013 schedule

FRIDAY -- August 16th
  6:00 AM -- BACKYARD BBQ BLAST Competitors may arrive.
  8:00 AM -- KCBS Registration teams/judges
  3:00 PM -- KCBS Cooks meeting (required)
  5:00 PM -- GATES OPEN
  5:00 PM -- Queen City Paddleboat rides begin -- every 2 hours
  5:30 PM -- Welcome, Scott Davidson emcee
  6:00 PM -- Piglet Pen children's supervised play area opens
  6:00 PM -- The LLOYD JONES BAND takes the stage
  6:30 PM -- Pig Toss (cornhole tournament) first of 3
  7:00 PM -- Backyard BBQ Blast judging begins
  7:30 PM -- Mayor Welch/Sponsors welcome
  8:00 PM -- CASH BOX KINGS take the stage
  9:30 PM -- Backyard BBQ Blast awards at stage
10:00 PM -- Piglet Pen children's play area closes
10:00 PM -- Headliner ROBERT RANDOLPH and the FAMILY BAND take the stage

SATURDAY -- August 17th
  6:00 AM -- 5K-Ribber-Run Registration begins
  7:00 AM -- KCBS "Rise N Shine" Breakfast
  8:00 AM -- 5K-Ribber-Run Walk/Run begins
  9:00 AM -- Kidz Q cooking begins
  9:30 AM -- KCBS Judges Meeting/Brown Gym (required)
11:00 AM -- Kidz Q judging begins
11:00 AM -- Gates open
11:00 AM -- KCBS Judging begins
11:00 AM -- Announcements, Scott Davidson emcee; female & male overall winner of 5K announced
11:30 AM -- DOG HOUSE KITCHEN takes the stage
12:00 PM -- Piglet Pen children's supervised play area opens
  1:00 PM -- Announcements, Scott Davidson emcee
  1:00 PM -- Queen City Paddleboat rides begin -- every 2 hours
  1:00 PM -- Pig Toss (cornhole tournament) second of 3
  1:30 PM -- DUST RADIO takes the stage
  3:00 PM -- Good to the Bone Rib Eating contest
  3:30 PM -- JOSH GARRETT takes the stage
  4:00 PM -- Piglet Pen children's play area closes
  4:30 PM -- Pig Toss (cornhole tournament) third of 3
  5:00 PM -- Announcements, Scott Davidson
  5:30 PM -- CAROLYN WONDERLAND takes the stage
  6:00 PM -- Piglet Pen children's supervised play area opens
  7:00 PM -- Mayor's Thank You for coming
  7:30 PM -- RICK ESTRIN & the NGHTCATS take the stage
  9:00 PM -- Pigmania winner announced
  9:30 PM -- The fabulous KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD takes the stage
11:00 PM -- Festival Closes -- see you next year AUGUST 15-16, 2014.  Thank you for joining us!