Our BBQ Competition is a sanctioned Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) event. KCBS, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and enjoying barbeque, is the world's largest organization of barbeque and grilling enthusiasts with over 19,000 members worldwide.
Contest Number: 35012
KCBS Reps: Mike Thompson, Judy Thompson
Prize Money: $10,000
The “Kings of Q” BBQ Cook-off is a North Carolina State Championship sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS). KCBS representatives will be onsite. Judging starts at noon on Saturday, May 21, 2022, using the blind judging system. The contest consists of four categories (chicken, pork ribs, pork, and beef brisket). All four categories are required for Grand Champion and the Reserve Champion.
Check-in, Cooks Meeting, Judging, and People’s Choice will be held at Ayden Christian Church (DOC) 462 Second Street, located in the center of the BBQ Village. The Village encompasses an area dedicated to the contest located within a 2 block radius of the church.
The festival and awards stage are located 2 blocks to the east on West Avenue along the railroad tracks. Awards will be presented Saturday afternoon at 5:00PM from the main stage on West Avenue. If there is inclement weather, the awards will be held in the Family Life Center of Ayden Christian Church.
Contest Number: 35012
KCBS Reps: Mike Thompson, Judy Thompson
Prize Money: $10,000
The “Kings of Q” BBQ Cook-off is a North Carolina State Championship sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS). KCBS representatives will be onsite. Judging starts at noon on Saturday, May 21, 2022, using the blind judging system. The contest consists of four categories (chicken, pork ribs, pork, and beef brisket). All four categories are required for Grand Champion and the Reserve Champion.
Check-in, Cooks Meeting, Judging, and People’s Choice will be held at Ayden Christian Church (DOC) 462 Second Street, located in the center of the BBQ Village. The Village encompasses an area dedicated to the contest located within a 2 block radius of the church.
The festival and awards stage are located 2 blocks to the east on West Avenue along the railroad tracks. Awards will be presented Saturday afternoon at 5:00PM from the main stage on West Avenue. If there is inclement weather, the awards will be held in the Family Life Center of Ayden Christian Church.
Check-in
Friday, May 20, 2022 from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
GPS address is: 462 Second Street, Ayden, NC.
Prior to the competition the Head Cook will receive several emails with updated information of the contest and festival activities. The week before the competition an email will be sent providing check-in information, a location map, and directions. Event direction signs will installed along major thoroughfares directing cook teams to the check-in area.
GPS address is: 462 Second Street, Ayden, NC.
Prior to the competition the Head Cook will receive several emails with updated information of the contest and festival activities. The week before the competition an email will be sent providing check-in information, a location map, and directions. Event direction signs will installed along major thoroughfares directing cook teams to the check-in area.
Early Arrival/Extended Stay
Teams are welcome to arrive on Thursday after 1:00PM and leave on Sunday. Water and power will be provided. Please indicate this on the application or contact Stephen Smith one (1) week before the contest at [email protected] or call 252-481-5828.
Make plans now to stay and enjoy the Saturday night festivities including a band on the main stage. The amusements rides will be operating until 11:00PM.
Make plans now to stay and enjoy the Saturday night festivities including a band on the main stage. The amusements rides will be operating until 11:00PM.
