The Biggest BBQ Bash in Sin City
And the largest KCBS + LFCA competition in the west!
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
Silverton Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada
Free Admission 10 am – 2 pm
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New This Year
Live Fire
The 2026 BBQ Jackpot will include an official Live Fire Cooking Association competition. Up to 15 teams will compete over open fire for their chance to earn a spot at the 2027 Open Fire World Championships.
The Road to $1 million
The 2026 BBQ Jackpot is an official qualifier for the 2027 BBQ World Cup. The Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion will qualify to compete in Las Vegas in April 2027 as part of the $1 Million Pitmaster Championship.
100+ of the best BBQ teams will compete for $20,000
Competitors include world champions, BBQ hall of famers and TV stars.
Free BBQ samples
Visit the BBQ Pit Stop to sample great BBQ!
(while supplies last).
Learn from pitmasters
BBQ demos from Duraflame and some of the nation’s top pitmasters.
Certified BBQ Judges
More than 100 certified judges from around the world will choose the grand champion.
Shop for official merch
All T-shirts, sweatshirts and other 2026 products will be available on Amazon soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Event Location
Silverton Casino / Bass Pro Shops
3333 Blue Diamond Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89139
2026 Sponsors
