5th Annual Showdown at Elks #2350 Pitmaster Challenge
2026-01-30 - 2026-01-31 | Florence, 2241 N Attaway Road, Florence, AZ, 85132, United States
Come join us for this 5th-year event. We are moving it off of Main St. this year to the Local Elks Lodge. This is a great, new venue, and we plan on having lots of great BBQ Teams there competing for Top Pitmaster and their share of the $5000 Purse. Come on out and join us. It’s going to be a great, fun & tasty event. We will have Entertainment, Food, a Beer Garden, and lots more going on. We look forward to seeing you all there. Team Registration Forms will be available soon. This will be another great Barbeque Championship Series (BCS) Sanctioned event.

Want to know what’s cooking for 2026? The countdown to another year of smoke, sauce, and friendly rivalry is officially on! January marks the start of a brand-new BBQ season across Arizona, and we’re gearing up for more teams, more crowds, and more incredible food.
Whether you’re a seasoned pitmaster or firing up the smoker for your first competition, there’s a place for you at the table. Each event brings together cooks, judges, and fans who share one passion—good BBQ and even better company. So gather your team, load up the trailer, and make sure your gear’s ready. The season’s just heating up, and we can’t wait to see who brings the flavor in 2026.

SHOWDOWN REGISTRATION

BACKYARD REGISTRATION

Freedom RV's 12th Hometown BBQ Throwdown
2026-02-20 - 2026-02-21 | Freedom RV, 3735 E. Irvington Rd, Tucson, 85714, United States
Freedom RV’s 12th Hometown BBQ Throwdown is back and bigger than ever! Fire up your smokers and sharpen those knives—this year’s 4-meat showdown (Chicken, Ribs, Pork, & Brisket) is set to pack serious heat, with a $5,000 prize pool and trophies so epic they’ll make your mantle weep with pride. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just rolling your first rack of ribs into the pit, come join the hometown tradition and make your mark in BBQ history. Spaces are limited, so register your team today and get ready to bring the smoke!

Lock in your spot by December 31, 2025, and enjoy a $100 discount! Early bird entry is just $100—after December 31st, it’s $200. Don’t wait!
Please let us know if you have any questions.

FREEDOM RV REGISTRATION

Smokin' in the Sand
2026-03-13 08:00 - 2026-03-14 18:00 (America/Phoenix) | Havasu, 2067 Havasu Riviera Pkwy, Lake Havasu City, AZ, 86406, United States
Are you ready for a Brand New BBQ Comp in Havasu? Well, here it is. Havasu Riviera Marina will be hosting a 4 Meat $5000 Prize Fund BBQ Comp the weekend of March 13th & 14th. Come on out to this great event. We will have the 4 Meat comp as well as People’s Choice and a great Friday night Dessert & Appetizer Party.
We look forward to seeing lots of you there.
This is a great, new venue, and we plan on having lots of great BBQ Teams there competing for Top Pitmaster and their share of the $5000 Purse. Come on out and join us. It’s going to be a great, fun & tasty event. We look forward to seeing you all there. This will be another great Barbeque Championship Series (BCS) Sanctioned event.

Want to know what’s cooking for 2026? The countdown to another year of smoke, sauce, and friendly rivalry is officially on! January marks the start of a brand-new BBQ season across Arizona, and we’re gearing up for more teams, more crowds, and more incredible food.
Whether you’re a seasoned pitmaster or firing up the smoker for your first competition, there’s a place for you at the table. Each event brings together cooks, judges, and fans who share one passion—good BBQ and even better company. So gather your team, load up the trailer, and make sure your gear’s ready. The season’s just heating up, and we can’t wait to see who brings the flavor in 2026.

HAVASU REGISTRATION

15th Annual Springerville Rib Burn
2026-09-04 07:00 - 2026-09-05 19:00 | Springerville, 340 E Mohave St, Springerville, AZ, 85938, United States
Get ready to be a part of Arizona’s longest-running BBQ Comp. This will be our 15th and FINAL Year for this event. How Exciting. We are going to make this year bigger and better than ever. We have some great things planned. Stay tuned! Support our Better World BBQ Charity here in AZ and enjoy a great, friendly event. If you want to compete, it’s just $100 plus a New, Unwrapped Toy (Bring Toy to Event) before July 15th, or $150 plus a New, Unwrapped Toy (Bring Toy to Event) after. Teams supply their own Ribs this year.

MORE INFO TO COME!

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