TVE Bar-B-Que Cook Off – October 16-17, 2026

Get Ready for a Sizzling Weekend at the TVE Fair Grounds!

Join us for the TVE Bar-B-Que Cook Off, a can’t-miss event for BBQ lovers and grill masters! Compete for added cash prizes in the brisket, ribs, and overall categories, with $5,000 added money up for grabs in 2026. The event takes place at the TVE Fair Grounds, 321 FM 563 RD (Wallisville Rd), Liberty, Texas 77575.

• Dates: October 16-17, 2026
• Entry Deadline: October 11, 2026 (No late entries!)
• Space Size: 40 x 40 ft – $175 per space
• Move-In: Begins October 15 at noon
• Self-contained event: No electricity or water provided; bring your generators.
• Free public entry: Teams cannot charge admission to their space.

Competition Highlights

• Fajita and Margarita entries (October 16)
• Jackpot Ribeyes, Chef’s Entree & Dessert, Chicken, Ribs, and Brisket (October 17)
• Mandatory Chef’s Meeting (October 16, 6:00 PM)
• BBQ Awards and big payouts for the top teams!