Heart of Florida Health Center proudly presents the Inaugural BBQ Bash, a Florida BBQ Association-sanctioned event!

Join us on April 5th at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion (2232 NE Jacksonville Rd, Ocala, FL 34470) for an exciting barbecue competition featuring teams from across the Southeast! Competitors will vie for over $17,000 in cash and prizes as they showcase their skills in four meat categories: Chicken, Ribs, Pork, and Brisket.

All proceeds go to patient care for the Heart of Florida Health Center.

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2025 Application Form

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Sponsorship Levels

EMAIL TO BECOME A SPONSOR

Presenting Sponsor(s) – $7,500 | Qty. 2

  • Exclusive Presenting: Sponsor-provided banners prominently displayed in high-traffic areas.
  • Prominent Branding: Logo placement on all event materials, including banners, social media, event shirt, and press releases.
  • Speaking Opportunity: Sponsor representative can address attendees during the event
  • Complimentary Tickets: (8) general admission tickets for employees or clients.
  • Media Coverage: Mention in all pre- and post-event media outreach

Gold Sponsor – $2,500

  • Main Stage Branding: Prominent logo placement near the main stage
  • Social Media Promotion: Dedicated posts recognizing the sponsor on social channels before, during, and after the event
  • Event Day Benefits: Eight complimentary tickets, reserved seating, and thank-you announcement during the event
  • Recognition: Listing on Heart of Florida’s website and post-event email to all attendees

Silver Sponsor – $1,500

  • Activity Sponsorship: Branding associated with one of the event’s attractions, such as the family games area, raffle table, or BBQ competition
  • Recognition on Event Materials: Logo placement on event flyers, banners, and program
  • Social Media Shoutouts: Group post recognizing all Silver Sponsors on Heart of Florida’s social media channels
  • Event Day Benefits: Six complimentary tickets and thank-you announcement during the event

Bronze Sponsor – $1,000

  • Recognition: Logo placement on shared signage with other bronze sponsors and on the event website
  • Social media: Inclusion in a group post with other bronze sponsors
  • Event Day Benefits: Four complimentary BBQ meal tickets and thank-you mention during the event

Friends of Heart of Florida – $500

  • Recognition: Name or small logo on event day signage and in the event program
  • Event Day Benefits: Two complimentary tickets

 

BBQ Prize Breakdown

OVERALL

Grand Champion – $7,500
Reserve Grand Champion – $2,000
3rd Overall – $750
4th Overall – $500
5th Overall – $300
6th Overall – $150
7th Overall – $125
8th Overall – $100
9th Overall – $50
10th Overall – $50

Prizes for each of the Four Categories:
Chicken | Ribs | Pork | Brisket

1st Place – $400
2nd Place – $300
3rd Place – $200
4th Place – $100
5th Place – $75
6th place – $50
7th Place – $50
8th Place – $50
9th Pace – $50
9th Place – $50
10th Place – $50

For More Information contact:

Alex Ferko
Director of Marketing and Public Relations
Heart of Florida Health Center
2553 E Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470
(352) 304-2800