The Dayton Ole Tyme Days Festival offers events and activities throughout the weekend: entertainment & interactive activities, exciting carnival rides and games; the car show; the beard & mullet contest; the junior chili championship; the Annual ‘Lil Miss and ‘Lil Mister Dayton Ole Tyme Days beauty pageant; as well as the ever popular and fun BBQ Cook-Off.

All entries received after 5:00 pm March 31, 2025 will be charged an additional $5.00 entry late fee per category.

Entry Fees:
Brisket, Ribs, Chicken, Main Entrée, Dessert, Steak, and Fajitas - $40 ea
Margarita, Beans - $30 ea