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Bar-B-Que Cook Off and Festival

About the Cook-Off

The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Bar-B-Que Cook-Off is a championship event sanctioned by the International Barbecue Cookers Association (IBCA). This world-class cook-off brings together some of the most elite and competitive Bar-B-Que teams from around the globe, showcasing the highest level of pitmaster excellence. The event features LIVE music, family-friendly activities, a kids’ cook-off, shopping, and much more. As one of the signature events launching the Rodeo Season, the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Bar-B-Que Cook-Off proudly supports the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Scholarship Fund, making it not only a premier culinary competition but also a meaningful community celebration.

2027 event hours are Friday, January 29th and Saturday, January 30th from 9:00 AM to Midnight. The event is located at 1723 Creekview Dr., San Antonio, Texas 78219. Public parking at 201 Gembler Road, with shuttles running to and from the event.

For more information, email bbq@sarodeo.com

For judging inquiries, email bbqjudge@sarodeo.com


2026 Bar-B-Que Cook-Off Winners



2027 Cook-Off Waitlist

Cook spaces for the 2027 BBQ Cook-Off have been fully allocated to returning teams and sponsors, and there will not be an open registration process for the 2027 event. Those interested in obtaining a cook space through sponsorship opportunities are encouraged to complete the online waitlist form. Should space become available, a member of our team will reach out with additional information.
Bar-B-Que Sponsor Waitlist Bar-B-Que Sponsor Waitlist

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