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Event Sponsors

5th Annual Thornwood BBQ Cookoff

Benefiting The Allison Joy Campbell Scholarship through the Spring Branch Education Foundation

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Event Details

Date: March 27th -28th

Time: 5PM Friday March 27th - 7PM Saturday March 28th

Location: Thornwood Neighborhood Park

Team Registration Fee: $225


 This event isn’t just about the competition — we’ll have fun activities for the whole family, including a bounce house, music, great food, and some amazing BBQ from our neighborhood cook teams. This year’s Thornwood BBQ Cookoff is being held in honor of our friend and neighbor Allison Joy Campbell, who's inspired so many with her strength, faith, and love for children. Allison was fierce competitor and would encourage all team competing to #FightLikeAlli !

Categories

  • Sensational BBQ Chicken: Bring your A-game for the chicken category. Prepare a spatcocked chicken with breast, thigh, & wing.
    • Turn in Time - 2:00PM

  1. Best BBQ Pork Ribs: Tender, juicy, and seasoned to perfection. Will your ribs reign supreme? Prepare Pork Spare ribs for judging. Loin ribs may be used for patrons.
    • Turn in Time - 3:00PM

  1. Mouthwatering Brisket: Slow-cooked, flavorful, and smoked to perfection. Who will make the best brisket and claim the title? Brisket must be cooked within 24hrs prior to turn in time.
    • Turn in Time - 4:00PM

Rules & Guidelines

  • Safety First: Please grill responsibly, and keep safety in mind at all times.
  • Judging Criteria: Our panel of judges will evaluate your entries based on taste, tenderness, & presentation.
  • Equipment: Bring your own grills and cooking equipment. We'll provide a trailer for transport to and from the area. Must coordinate with organizer for arrangements.
  • Cook Location:  Yes, all teams must cook on site.
  • Secret Sauces: If you've got a secret sauce that's been passed down for generations, now's the time to reveal it (or not)!
  • Team or Solo: You can compete as an individual or form a team (5 person max). Just make sure to register in advance. Majority of team members should be Thornwood residents.

Think you have what it takes? Register now to secure your spot!

Register Your Team!

Official 5th Annual Thornwood BBQ T-Shirt

Benefiting the Allison Joy Campbell Scholarship

Get your Cookoff Tee!

Cook Teams Registered

Previous Cookoffs

Click the links to previous results and pictures
2025 4th annual cookoff2024 3RD ANNUAL Cookoff2023 2nd Annual Cookoff2022 1st Annual Cookoff

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