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Let the smell of great barbeque flow over you at Smokin' on the River

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You can smell the barbecue on the sunny side of Louisville this morning. Keith Kaiser is hanging out with the pitt masters participating in Jeffersonville's Smokin' on the River barbecue, blues and brew festival.

The state BBQ competition sanctioned by the Kansas City BBQ Society happens June 15-16, at the corner of Spring Street and Riverside Drive.

Watch professional BBQ teams compete for the championship trophy and share in a purse of more than $8,500.

See the amateurs compete in the Backyard division to see who reigns supreme.

Enjoy the Blues music and the Beer Garden open during the event for those 21 and over.

Pig Toss Corn Hole Tournament - $20 per team.

Brew and BBQ Tasting Tent - The tent will feature BBQ from local BBQ restaurants and locally crafted beer. Tickets and $1 per sample.

Tasting Tent Hours: Friday, June 15th
4-9pm - Brew and BBQ
9-11pm - Brew Only

Tasting Tent Hours: Saturday, June 16th
Noon-4pm - Brew Only
4-9pm - Brew and BBQ
9-11pm - Brew Only
This Little Pig Play Area - inflatable toys and games for the kids.
Click here for a line up of the entertainment.

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