Dexter, Missouri - The first Grille It Up event will take place on Saturday, July 9, 2016 at East City Park in Dexter. 

Many activities are planned throughout the day. The event is sponsored by the Dexter Chamber of Commerce along with several local businesses sponsoring individual activities.

Two events on the original schedule have been cancelled due to lack of participation.  They are the Art Show and Talent Show.

The event is slated to take place rain or shine on Saturday beginning at 8:30 a.m. and lasting until 3:30 p.m.

Tyson is sponsoring the Cook Off with registration from 5:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. Judging will be at 1:30 p.m.

The Car Show will begin at 8:00 a.m. with winners being announced at 3:00 p.m.

Bubble Soccer and Tug-a-War starts at 8:30 a.m.

The Dog Show starts at 9:00 a.m. with registration at 8:30 a.m.

Dog Tricks Demonstration will be from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Helicopter Rides all from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Pageants with registration at 12:30 p.m. and beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Food and craft vendors will be at the park all day.