Mark your calendars for the 42nd annual Kennett Jaycees BBQ Cookoff on May 11th, 2024! The Kennett Jaycees are excited to sponsor this family-friendly event that promises to be fun for all ages.

This event will feature a purse ranging from $5,000.00 to $10,000.00, depending on the number of teams competing. The prize breakdown is as follows:

For 29 teams or less:

Total: $5,000

Grand Champion: $1,200

Reserve Champion: $700

Categories:

1st Place: $250

2nd Place: $175

3rd Place: $100

4th Place: $75

5th Place: $50

6th through 10th Place: $25

For 30-39 teams:

Total: $7,500

Grand Champion: $1,800

Reserve Champion: $1,000

Categories:

1st Place: $400

2nd Place: $250

3rd Place: $150

4th Place: $100

5th Place: $75

6th through 10th Place: $40

For 40 or more teams:

Total: $10,000

Grand Champion: $2,500

Reserve Champion: $1,300

Categories:

1st Place: $500

2nd Place: $350

3rd Place: $200

4th Place: $150

5th Place: $100

6th through 10th Place: $50

The Kennett Jaycees BBQ Cookoff is a Kansas City Barbecue Society sanctioned event, and it will feature competitions in chicken, ribs, pork, and brisket categories. The top 5 placements in each category will be awarded cash prizes, so you can expect fierce competition among some of the best pitmasters in the country.

The event will also feature a carnival, demolition derby, and live entertainment on both Friday and Saturday nights, making it the perfect way to spend a weekend with family and friends.

The sign-up fee for the competition is $250. Don't miss out on the chance to be a part of this exciting event and experience the best of barbecue culture!