Battle of the Badges

You can join us on Sept. 19 for the annual People's BBQ.

About this event

Come to the People's BBQ

We encourage you to join us for the Battle of the Badges and the People's BBQ. This free event is family-friendly. It brings together residents, community organizations, and our first responders. 

There will be: 

  • Food
  • Entertainment
  • Giveaways
  • Activities

You can watch the following departments battle it out for best ribs in the City:

  • Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
  • Minneapolis Police Department
  • Minneapolis Fire Department
  • Minneapolis Park Police

See event details

Group of people at an outdoor community barbeque event

Be a table partner

We invite your organization to join us at the event as a tabling partner. You can have a service or resource table to promote your organization to the community.

This is a great opportunity to:

  • Share resources
  • Connect with community members
  • Highlight the work that you do

If you would like to participate as a table partner, you can fill out the sign-up form. 

Event details

Battle of the Badges and the People's BBQ

Date

Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026

Time of event

12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Location 

North Commons Park
1801 James Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55411

Contact us

Recruitment

Minneapolis Police Department

Email Police Recruitment

Phone

612-673-5583