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Blues, Brews, & BBQ II
IBCA-Sanctioned Cook-Off

April 11–12 | Suds Monkey Brewing
Limited to 20 Teams

Official IBCA Meat Categories

This event follows official IBCA sanctioned categories:

Beef Brisket. Pork Spare Ribs, Chicken (half bird). All judging conducted per official IBCA standards.

Events Schedule

Events List

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Friday – April 11 (Load-In & Preparation Day)

Team Load-In: Friday afternoon and evening. Teams may arrive during this window to

check in, set up their cook site, and prepare equipment.

Head Cook Meeting: Held Friday evening (exact time to be announced). Attendance by

the head cook or a designated team representative is required.

Head Cook Meeting: Held Friday evening (exact time to be announced). Attendance by

the head cook or a designated team representative is required.

Turn-In Tray Distribution: Official IBCA turn-in trays will be distributed during the Head

Cook Meeting. Teams must be present to receive trays and review final instructions.

Overnight Cooking: Overnight cooking is permitted following the Head Cook Meeting

in accordance with IBCA rules.

Saturday – April 12 (Competition Day)

Turn-In Times Begin: Official IBCA turn-in times begin at 12:00 PM and proceed according to

IBCA sanctioned category schedules. Teams must follow all IBCA turn-in procedures and timing requirements.

Location, but check our map below for more details

12024 US 290, Austin, TX 78737

Register Your Team Here!

Why Join Cinder Collective?

The Ember Guild is accepting new members! Join the over 1200 members we already serve and take advantage of these benefits.

• Increased Prize Money

• Adds your points towards Top Cook

• Support of events, information, and promotion of BBQ

If you have any questions or want to learn more about why you should be part of the Ember Guild, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Friendly competition BBQ team preparing a pit beside craft beer stalls at a festival.

Why Join Cinder Collective?

The Ember Guild is accepting new members! Join the over 1200 members we already serve and take advantage of these benefits.

• Increased Prize Money

• Adds your points towards Top Cook

• Support of events, information, and promotion of BBQ

If you have any questions or want to learn more about why you should be part of the Ember Guild, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Friendly competition BBQ team preparing a pit beside craft beer stalls at a festival.

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