CA State Fair BBQ Competition

Get Ready for a Sizzling Good Time!

Join us for a flavorful day of friendly competition, mouthwatering BBQ, and your chance to be the judge!

Don’t miss this delicious day of smoky flavors and fiery competition – bring your appetite and your taste buds!

Schedule:

Saturday, July 12, 2025

• 10:00 am: Fairgrounds open for a full day of fun
• 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm: People’s Choice Tasting & Judging
  • $15 lets you sample and score entries from 5 amazing teams
  • Purchase your ballot at The Farm and cast your vote!
• 3:30 pm: KCBS official judging turn-in (Bldg. B, Cooking Theater)
• 6:00 pm: Awards Ceremony (Bldg. B, Cooking Theater)
  • Celebrate the winners and find out who takes home the top prize!

Participate:

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