BBQ Competition
The Only KCBS BBQ Competition in the Metro area.
There will be judging will based on 2 categories Masters & Backyard. Masters will consist of four meats: Chicken, Ribs, Pork and Brisket. Backyard will consist of two meats: Chicken and Ribs.
Kansas City Barbecue Society official rules and regulations & judging procedures will be be used. Teams must compete in all four categories to qualify for Grand Champion or Reserve Grand Champion.
There will also be a People’s Choice Tasting Contest during the event. Meat will be announced soon and will be provided by the organizers.
Please be sure to complete your registration form prior to payment.
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Deadline to register: Noon on August 30, 2024
masters series – $200 to compete
Must have a minimum of 15 entries for competition to be held.
backyard series – $100 to compete
Must have a minimum of 15 entries for competition to be held.
kids q – $25 to compete
Great for ages 6 to 15, who think they have what it takes to make your mouth water.
Must have a minimum of 5 entries in each class for competition to be held.
chili cook-off – $50 to compete
For those who think they have it! Bring your chili in for a little tasting via People’s Choice.
Must have a minimum of 10 entries for competition to be held.
What is a Masters Series Competition?
According to KCBS guidelines – A Master Series requires teams to cook four proteins (Chicken, Pork Ribs, Pork Butt, and Brisket). The cooking source at a Master Series is wood, wood pellets and/or charcoal. KCBS Rules and regulations apply. Master Series are eligible for American Royal Invitational, Jack Daniels World Championship and KCBS World Invitational, upon meeting qualifying criteria. In addition, all teams who participate in a Master Series earn points towards KCBS Team of the Year awards presented at KCBS annual banquet.
What is a Backyard Cook Team?
According to KCBS guidelines – Any member of the team who has not entered in and competed in more than twelve (12) sanctioned “Master Series” BBQ competitions in the past and; any person who has been a member of a team who has not been awarded a Grand Champion or Reserve Champion status in any KCBS Sanctioned “Master Series” competition and; any member of the team who has competed in three (3) or less “Master Series BBQ competitions within the current competition year.
2024 Teams & 2024 Results
Team listings and the results of the competition.