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Great Lenexa BBQ Battle
June 21 - June 22
The Great Lenexa BBQ Battle started in 1982 with 12 contestants and 12 judges. On April 27, 1984, Governor John Carlin declared the contest the official Kansas State Championship. The competition attracts cooks who compete for the coveted title of Grand Champion of the Great Lenexa BBQ Battle – The Kansas State Championship. Prizes and ribbons are awarded to the top 10 contestants in seven categories (brisket, pork, pork ribs, chicken, sausage, beef steak and miscellaneous) and the top three overall winners.
Friday, June 21, 2024, 4:30 to 11 p.m.
Saturday, June 22, 2024, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
