Come Join Us for a Full Day of Fun at Palmer Lake
Paddle board competition, BBQ cook-off, dumb things that float, live music by Grizzly Gopher, and a local business market. July 25th at Palmer Lake from 8:30am - 3:00pm!
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COMPETE, PADDLE, FLOAT & ENJOY THE FUN
Register now for the Tri-Lakes Smokin' Showdown & Palmer Paddle on July 25th at Palmer Lake. Compete in the paddle board competition, BBQ cook-off, or the dumb things that float contest. Pre-register for $25 (paddle board) or $50 (cook-off/float) and save!
Paddle Board Competition
$25 / $50Race across Palmer Lake in age-based categories from Little Surfers (10-13) to Silver Surfers (55+). $25 pre-registration or $50 at the event.
Register NowBBQ Cook-Off
$50Show off your BBQ skills in our cooking competition. Winners announced at 2:30pm with prizes for the best BBQ at Palmer Lake.
Competition RulesDumb Things That Float
$50Build something ridiculous and see if it floats! Our most creative competition runs from 11:30am - 12:30pm. $50 registration.
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What Is The Tri-Lakes Smokin' Showdown & Palmer Paddle?
The Tri-Lakes Smokin' Showdown & Palmer Paddle brings together the community for a full day of fun at Palmer Lake. Paddle board races, a BBQ cook-off, the dumb things that float competition, live music by Grizzly Gopher, a local business market, and food trucks all in one place!
Local Business Market
Browse booths from local businesses at our market running from 8:30am - 3:00pm. Discover new favorites and meet the entrepreneurs behind them.
Paddle Board Races
Compete in age-based categories: Little Surfers (10-13), Wake Makers (14-17), Paddle Pros (18+), Paddles and Paws (18+ with your pet!), and Silver Surfers (55+).
BBQ Cook-Off
Compete in the Smokin' Showdown cooking competition. Winners announced at 2:30pm with prizes for the best BBQ!
Dumb Things That Float
Build something creative, silly, or downright ridiculous and see if it floats on Palmer Lake! Our most entertaining competition from 11:30am - 12:30pm.
Live Music By Grizzly Gopher
Colorado’s most ferocious party band takes the stage from 12:00pm - 3:00pm! Grizzly Gopher brings the energy and the party to Palmer Lake. Get ready for a live music experience that will keep you dancing all afternoon long.
- 12pm Band
Starts - 3 Hours of
Live Music - CO Colorado’s
Party Band
Palmer Lake, CO
Join us at Palmer Lake on Saturday, July 25th for the Tri-Lakes Smokin' Showdown & Palmer Paddle! This beautiful lakeside venue is perfect for paddle board races, the dumb things that float competition, BBQ cook-off, and the local business market. Enjoy a full day of fun from 8:30am to 3:00pm with live music, food trucks, and community spirit right on the water.
Hosted By
The Tri-Lakes Smokin' Showdown & Palmer Paddle is proudly hosted by these amazing local businesses and community leaders.
- Red Beard's Trash Co (719) 400-8011
- Red Feather Firearms, LLC Monument, CO - (817) 716-6633
- The Mortgage Lady Team TheMtgLady.com - (719) 433-4619
- SchurSuccess Group Real Estate, Auction, Fundraising & Asset Appraisal
Also Hosted By
Sponsor the Tri-Lakes Smokin' Showdown & Palmer Paddle
Boost your business visibility at Palmer Lake's biggest event! Choose a sponsorship tier that fits your goals and get premium placement across all event materials, social media, and more.
- Booth or Cook-Off Space $150
Get a 10x10 booth space at the event with your name listed on the sponsor board, event map, and t-shirt.
Whats Included?- Name on sponsor board & event map
- 10x10 booth space
- Name on event t-shirt
- Business Market Sponsor $350
Elevated visibility with logo placement on the website, social media recognition, and a booth space at the event.
Whats Included?- Name on sponsor board & social media post
- Logo on website & event map
- 10x10 booth space & 1 event t-shirt
- Event Sponsor $1,000
Top-tier visibility with prominent logo placement everywhere, priority booth placement, and maximum event entries.
Whats Included?- Top prominent logo on all materials & signage
- Priority 10x10 booth & 5 event t-shirts
- 4 paddle board tickets + 1 cook-off entry
