2nd Annual Veterans Day State Championship BBQ Cook-Off
HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED
NOVEMBER 6–7, 2026 | DEL RIO, TEXAS
Fire Up the Pits. Honor Our Heroes.
Two days of championship barbecue, Texas pride, and community coming together for a greater purpose.
Join us at the Val Verde Fairgrounds for a Champions Barbecue Alliance four-meat competition, exciting jackpot events, and an opportunity to support scholarships benefiting veterans, veterans' families, and at-risk youth.
$250 Team Entry | $30 Jackpot Entries
Sponsorship Opportunities
Gold Sponsorship
Silver Sponsorship
Bronze Sponsorship
Lead the Way. Honor Our Heroes.
Make a lasting impact as a premier event partner. Enjoy prominent branding, exclusive recognition, social media promotion, and complimentary CBA competition entry while helping support scholarships for veterans, their families, and at-risk youth.
Stand Proud. Make a Difference.
Show your commitment to those who served while putting your business in the spotlight. Receive event signage placement, social media recognition, and public acknowledgment as a valued partner in this community-driven celebration.
Every Contribution Makes an Impact.
Join local businesses in honoring our nation's heroes. Your sponsorship includes social media recognition, event acknowledgment, and the opportunity to support meaningful programs benefiting veterans, military families, and local youth.
More Than BBQ. A Mission That Matters.
Great barbecue brings people together. A greater purpose gives them a reason to stand together.
The Veterans Day State Championship BBQ Cook-Off is about more than competition. Hosted by It's Already Done Ministries, this event celebrates the courage, sacrifice, and service of our nation's veterans while creating meaningful opportunities for those who need them most.
Event proceeds support scholarships benefiting local veterans, veterans' families, and at-risk youth, helping provide opportunities for education, personal growth, and brighter futures.
Because honoring those who served shouldn't end with a thank-you. It should create a lasting impact.
Supporting Our Veterans
Honoring service through scholarship opportunities that help local veterans pursue education, professional development, and new chapters beyond military service.
Strengthening Military Families
Giving back to the families who serve alongside our heroes by helping expand access to educational opportunities and brighter futures.
Investing in Local Youth
Helping at-risk youth pursue academic achievement, career goals, and the opportunities they deserve to succeed.
Your Support. Their Future. Our Community.
Every team registration, sponsorship, and donation contributes to a greater mission: bringing our community together to honor service and invest in the next generation.
Four Meats. Two Days. One Championship.
BIG FLAVOR. TEXAS PRIDE. A COMPETITION WITH PURPOSE.
The smoke is rolling, the pits are heating up, and the competition is on! Join us November 6–7, 2026, in Del Rio, Texas, for the Veterans Day State Championship BBQ Cook-Off.
Bring your best recipes, your fiercest competitive spirit, and your love of barbecue for a Champions Barbecue Alliance four-meat showdown honoring those who served.
Whether you're competing for championship bragging rights or entering one of our specialty jackpot events, there's a place for your talent at the table.
The Main Event
Chicken
Ribs
$250
per team
Pork
Brisket
Bring your best in all four categories and compete alongside barbecue teams from across the region.
Jackpot Competition
Friday, November 6
Specialty Jackpot Events
Bring something extra to the table and put your specialty skills to the test.
Chef's Choice - Steak - Dessert
$30
per jackpot entry
Saturday, November 7
Community & Jackpot Events
Keep the competition going with even more opportunities to show off your talent.
Beans - Future of BBQ Event
The Smoke Is Rolling in Del Rio!
We're bringing championship barbecue, community spirit, and a whole lot of Texas pride to the Val Verde Fairgrounds!
Join us November 6–7, 2026, for two days of friendly competition, incredible barbecue, and a celebration honoring the men and women who served our country.
Whether you're firing up the pits or cheering on your favorite team, we can't wait to welcome you!