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January 29 - 31, 2026

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.

Event hours are Friday and Saturday 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


Become A Judge

Sign up to be a judge!
Please, only one category per day.
Saturday - FULL

Please feel free to stop by the judging tent prior to each judging event to see if additional judges are needed. Occasionally, registered judges may be unable to attend, and extra judges may be selected as needed.

Event Ticket Purchase

Parking Pass Purchase*

Vendor Application

Bar-B-Que Vendor Application Bar-B-Que Vendor Application

Cook-Off Waitlist

Bar-B-Que Sponsor Waitlist Bar-B-Que Sponsor Waitlist

BBQ Competition Rules & Regs

2025 Bar-B-Que Cook-Off Winners



Looking for Kids Competitions?

Check out Junior Pitmaster Challenge for high school aged competitors or check out Buckaroo-Que for your kiddo competitors!

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