KCBS SANCTIONED CONTEST

OCTOBER 2-4, 2026

SPONSOR

This KCBS Certified BBQ Judge class gives you the keys to judge on the biggest BBQ stages across the country and around the world.

TEAM PAYMENT

Teams can check in and set up anytime on Friday Oct 2nd.

Protein is Chicken and Ribs

VENDOR PAYMENT

A free event for future Pitmasters under the age of 10

All kids Q contestants will have a backyard team sponsor/mentor.

Protein - Hot Dogs

Vendors check in Friday October 2, 2026

Set up and open to public by 5pm, events start at 6pm.

FOOD TRUCKS spots are open on Saturday from 9-7

Vendor business hours:

Friday Oct 2nd 6pm to 9pm

Saturday Oct 3rd are 9am to 5pm

Food Truck business hours:

Saturday Oct 3rd are 9am to 7pm