Entry Deadline:
Event Dates – Oct 9-10, 2026
Entries will be judged on appearance, taste, and texture (KCBS Cooking & Judging Rules apply).
Two categories: Ribs and Chicken (contestants must participate in both).
The 2026 Scottsboro BBQ Festival is part of the Backyard Battle Royal, with competitions including Singing River Smoke-o-rama, High on the Hog Festival, and reelin’ n Smokin’ Ditto Landing. See details below.
Per Entry Fee – $150.00 Backyard
Per Entry Fee – $80.00 People’s Choice Competition Both Meat & Dessert
Per Entry Fee – $40.00 People’s Choice Competition Meat Only (Boston Butt)
Per Entry Fee – $40.00 People’s Choice Competition Dessert Only
Grand Champion ($900)
Reserve Grand ($700)
Payout to top 10 winners of each category as follows
1st – $500.00
2nd – $450.00
3rd – $400.00
4th – $350.00
5th – $300.00
6th – $250.00
7th – $200.00
8th – $150.00
9th – $100.00
10th – $50.00
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