DATE: April 13, 2016                                                                

MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills

Parks and Recreation Division

PHONE: 954-357-8115

EMAIL:  MMills@Broward.org

WHAT: BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Get your fill of barbecue on Saturday, April 30th, when Quiet Waters Park, in conjunction with the Deerfield Beach Chamber of Commerce, hosts the Ninth Annual PigOut 'n Deerfield Beach, from 10AM to 5PM. This family event is a competition that "pits" both backyard and professional cookers, in categories such as chicken, ribs, pork, and brisket, with the winner in each category determined by a panel of judges. Everyone attending will have the opportunity to sample all entries and vote for the People's Choice winner.

Other activities at the event include SingOut@PigOut, a vocal competition with public and private Deerfield Beach schools vying for prizes (10AM to noon); live musical entertainment; the Wyatt Earp Wild West Show; and Kids' Corner, which includes face painters and a balloon artist.

WHERE: Quiet Waters Park

401 S Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach 33442  

954-357-5100

WHEN: Saturday, April 30th, 10AM-5PM           

WHO: For all ages.

HOW: Admission: $15/person, or four tickets for $40. The park's regular weekend gate entrance fee of $1.50/person (children 5 and under free) will be in effect.      

For further information, call the park at 954-357-5100. Quiet Waters is accessible via Broward County Transit Route #14.

Recreation. Preservation. Education.

About the Parks and Recreation Division

Founded in February 1956 and accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies, Broward County Parks and Recreation Division manages almost 6,500 acres, encompassing nearly 50 regional parks and nature centers, neighborhood parks, and natural areas at various stages of development. Facilities include water parks, campgrounds, a target range, a stadium, a skate park, an observatory, mountain bike trails, an educational farm with stables, and a velodrome and other sports facilities. Hours and fees vary by location. For more information, visit Broward.org/Parks. 

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in programs, services, and activities must contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170 or TTY 954-537-2844 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event.