To become a CBJ, just attend one of the judging classes conducted by KCBS every year throughout the country. In a half-day's time, you'll learn how to grade world-class chicken, ribs, pork and brisket - and taste them during the process! By the time you're finished, you'll be ready to sign up for the next competition in […]

To become a CBJ, just attend one of the judging classes conducted by KCBS every year throughout the country. In a half-day's time, you'll learn how to grade world-class chicken, ribs, pork and brisket - and taste them during the process! By the time you're finished, you'll be ready to sign up for the next competition in […]

Competition – May 25-26, 2024 KCBS Master Rules The JACK9 Memorial BBQ Competition was created by the BBQ community in honour of our friend and BBQ Pitmaster, Michael Chiarotto. Michael loved BBQ’ing and competing in BBQ competitions. This competition is a great opportunity to bond around common interests while also determining who among us are […]

Embers & Ice Pitmaster Championship

The Columbia Valley Smoke Show is a two-day BBQ festival with a sanctioned Kansas City Barbecue Society Master Series contest at its core. Pitmasters from across North America and local backyard warriors are invited to compete and can register here. Surrounding the competition is a family-friendly, community focused, food celebration… Barbecue, Brews & Mountain Views!

To become a CBJ, just attend one of the judging classes conducted by KCBS every year throughout the country. In a half-day's time, you'll learn how to grade world-class chicken, ribs, pork and brisket - and taste them during the process! By the time you're finished, you'll be ready to sign up for the next competition in […]