(At one time, the Holtville Rib Cook-off was a major event)....Original organizers ended the annual event, saying it had grown too much.

They said it became difficult to organize and run the annual event. That was one of the reasons given for stopping the event. The Holtville Athletic Boosters are reviving the event. The 3rd annual Rib Cook-off, hosted by the Boosters, will be held on Saturday, January 25th. Organizers say the fundraiser will feature 8 teams competing for the  Best BBQ Ribs in Imperial County. They say they eventually like to increase the event to 20 competing teams. They are also recruiting sponsors for the fundraiser.