Third Annual Austin BBQ Cook Off

Schedule

Sat Nov 08 2025 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

BOTE ATX | Austin, TX

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# Contractor Verified 3rd Annual BBQ Cook-Off 2025
The smell of smoke, the sound of music, and the taste of Texas BBQ—this is Austin’s ultimate cook-off experience! The **Contractor Verified BBQ Cook-Off** brings together contractors, vendors, families, and BBQ lovers for a day packed with food, fun, and community.
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## 🔥 What Makes This Event Special
- **Overnight BBQ Cooks** – Watch pitmasters who’ve been tending their fires all night long bring their best brisket, ribs, and more straight to your plate.
- **Unlimited BBQ Tastings** – One ticket gives you access to taste it all.
- **Drinks & Refreshments** – Cold beverages and specialty drinks to enjoy alongside your BBQ.
- **Music & Entertainment** – Live Austin sounds to keep the energy high all day.
- **Nice Glass Trophies** – Cheer on contestants competing for bragging rights and beautiful awards.
- **Family-Friendly Atmosphere** – Kids are welcome, so bring the whole crew.
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## 🏆 Vendors & Contestants
Beyond the BBQ, enjoy booths featuring **local vendors, contractors, and community companies**. Explore giveaways, discover new services, and meet the faces behind Austin’s local businesses.
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## 🌟 Community & Branding
This event isn’t just about BBQ—it’s about **building community and supporting local**. From small businesses to established contractors, every participant gets a spotlight. Vendors and sponsors will enjoy **marketing exposure, brand shout-outs, and year-round recognition** leading into the 2026 BBQ Cook-Off.
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## 🎟️ Tickets
- **General Admission**: Unlimited BBQ + event access
- **Kids**: Free entry for children 12 and under
- **Group Discounts**: Teams of 10+ employees can request a discount code
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## 🤝 Get Involved
Want your business to be part of Austin’s biggest BBQ celebration?
👉 Visit [**www.austinbbqcookoff.com**](https://www.austinbbqcookoff.com/)
📧 Or email us at **[email protected]**
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🔥 Great food. Live music. Local vendors. Austin energy. The BBQ Cook-Off is where it all comes together.
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BOTE ATX, 312 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704-1213, United States

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