Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!
EVENT DETAILS:
Come taste competition-level BBQ, enjoy a summer day
at the pond, and support and recognize our veterans.
Whether you're a BBQ enthusiast, looking for
a fun afternoon outside, or a way to celebrate Dad,
BBQ for Bravery brings East Tennessee together!
What You’ll Experience
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Open to the public
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Competition BBQ available for purchase
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Family-friendly atmosphere
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BYO sodas/water, chairs, and tents
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Local veterans paired with competition teams
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Awards ceremony for Grand Champion and each division (chicken, ribs, pulled pork, and brisket)
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Supporting veterans through Beloved Roots Ranch
Learn How to Judge BBQ From a Pro!
Step inside the competition and learn how KCBS-trained judges determine the best BBQ. Your ticket to this class comes with:
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Training from a KCBS Judge
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Samples of competition BBQ; ribs, brisket, chicken and pulled pork
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Official class participant badge with lanyard
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KCBS-style score sheet
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Access to the private judge's tent
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Official BBQ for Bravery event patch
Local veterans will have a chance to join a BBQ team and get an inside look at the competition life. This is a unique opportunity to bring our veterans into the heart of the competition—sharing the camaraderie, teamwork, and joy that barbecue events are all about.
Local veterans can be nominated for a
BBQ team by friends or family here -->
Competing Teams
BBQ for Bravery is an officially sanctioned KCBS competition featuring professional judging and competitive payouts.
Interested in Event Sponsorship?
Partner with BBQ for Bravery and align your brand with a professionally organized, KCBS-sanctioned event supporting veterans through Beloved Roots Ranch.