Sloss Furnaces Stokin' the Fire BBQ and Music Festival

August 22nd & 23rd 2008
KCBS BBQ Sanctioned Competition
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The BBQ competition is KCBS (Kansas City Barbeque Society) professionally sanctioned and judged event.

A maximum of 54 teams will compete for $20,000 in cash and prizes. Winners advance to national competition.

The International Metal Arts program of Sloss Furnaces will be creating unique art as trophies and awards for winners!

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»Download Professional Competition Entry Application

»Download Professional Competition Rules
Please check with the Sloss Furnaces staff for separate rules that may apply to the
Stokin the Fire BBQ and Music Festival.


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Amateur Competition

Backyard Grillers is an amateur cook-off. Strictly for fun and all the hog hollerin’ rights that go with it! The Mayor's Cup will be awarded to Grand Champion of the Amateur competition.

For individuals or teams (amateur event open to non-professional teams, families, corporate teams or individuals). No cash prizes; Mayor’s Cup, trophies and nominal prize packages for winners.

Entry Fee: $100 per team.

*All amateur spots are full for this year's competition. However, we are accepting teams to be added to a waiting list. Please contact Kimbellee Fipps for more information at Kimbellee@slossfurnaces.com.

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