Smokin Ribs For the Kids

Smokin Ribs For the Kids This is a charity Barbecue KCBS backyard competition benefiting local charity's

72 Days Until Smokin' Ribs For The Kids! All right everybody, we're just 72 days away from Smokin' Ribs For The Kids 202...
06/17/2026

72 Days Until Smokin' Ribs For The Kids!
All right everybody, we're just 72 days away from Smokin' Ribs For The Kids 2026, and this year's event is shaping up to be our biggest and best yet!
August 28-29, 2026
Baumann Park, Cherry Valley
We've got two full days of barbecue action planned:
Friday Night
KCBS Kids Que Competition
Single Meat Rib Competition
Great food, fun, and friendly competition
Saturday
Double KCBS Backyard BBQ Competition
Compete twice in one day
$5,900 Prize Purse
Plenty of opportunities to hear your name called at awards!
Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or competing for the first time, this is your chance to show off your skills, have some fun, and help support a great cause.
There is still room for more teams, so get signed up and claim your spot before we're full!
Come join us for great barbecue, great people, and a great cause as we raise money for Marshmallow's Hope.
72 days to go... fire up those smokers and start practicing!

The countdown is on! In just 82 days, teams from across the region will fire up their pits and head to Smokin' Ribs For ...
06/07/2026

The countdown is on! In just 82 days, teams from across the region will fire up their pits and head to Smokin' Ribs For The Kids for two days of great barbecue, friendly competition, and support for a great cause.
📅 Friday ✅ Rib Burn Competition
✅ Kids Que Competition
📅 Saturday 🏆 Same-Day Double KCBS Backyard Competition
💰 $5,900 Prize Pool
Whether you're chasing points, trophies, prize money, or just looking to have a great weekend cooking with friends, this is an event you won't want to miss. Bring your best chicken and ribs and see how you stack up against some of the Midwest's finest backyard pitmasters.
Get your team registered, start dialing in those recipes, and make plans to join us for an unforgettable weekend of smoke, competition, and fun.
82 days and counting... Who's ready to hear their name called at awards? 🔥🏆🐷

Wishing all the teams out there a fantastic competition weekend. May your fires burn clean, your temperatures stay stead...
06/06/2026

Wishing all the teams out there a fantastic competition weekend. May your fires burn clean, your temperatures stay steady, and every cook go exactly as planned.
From the first chimney lit to the final turn-in, trust your process, cook with confidence, and enjoy the journey. Whether you're chasing points, trophies, or just a great weekend with friends, make every minute count.
Best of luck to everyone rolling smoke this weekend. May your boxes shine, the judges smile, and when the awards ceremony begins, hopefully your name is the last one called.

After a beautiful weekend of competitions everywhere let's take a look at those results whether you got the call or got ...
05/31/2026

After a beautiful weekend of competitions everywhere let's take a look at those results whether you got the call or got to dial in your process it's always a fantastic day for some incredible barbecue.

05/25/2026

Alright everyone let's see those weekend cooks weather you were giving it your all at a competition or amazing your friends and family let's see your weekend results

05/22/2026

Hey Everyone — We Are Just 99 Days Away!
The countdown is on and we still have room for MORE teams to join us this year! With a total prize purse of $5,900, you definitely want to come grab your piece of the pie!

This year’s event is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever featuring

Friday Night • Kids Q Competition

• Rib Burn Competition

Saturday • DOUBLE Backyard BBQ Competitions

Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or looking to test your skills against some great competition, this is your chance to fire up the smoker and show everyone what you can do!
Bring the smoke, bring the flavor, and come compete with us for an unforgettable weekend of barbecue, fun, and great people.
Spots are still open — get signed up before they’re gone

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05/17/2026

Alright, now that the smoke has cleared and the results are in… how did everyone do this weekend?
Hope your cook turned out exactly the way you were aiming for and that the judges treated you right. Whether you walked, took a call, or just learned something new for the next one — that’s what keeps this sport rolling.
Drop your finishes, favorite moments, pictures, and lessons learned from the weekend below let's see you turn in boxes

Happy competition day to all the pitmasters out there rolling smoke from coast to coast! May your fires burn clean, your...
05/16/2026

Happy competition day to all the pitmasters out there rolling smoke from coast to coast! May your fires burn clean, your meat hit perfect tenderness, and your boxes turn heads at every table. Wishing safe travels, steady temps, and that sweet sound of your name being called last at awards this afternoon. Good luck to every team chasing that walk today! Don’t forget to get signed Smokin' Ribs For The Kids

05/01/2026

You don’t want to miss this one—two full days of incredible barbecue, high-stakes turn-ins, and nonstop action. Check out the full schedule and come be part of one of the fastest-growing competitions in the Midwest.

Official Event Schedule – Friday
Alright teams, here’s how we’re kicking things off!
12:00 PM – Team Check-In Opens
Get settled in, set up your cook sites, and get ready for a great weekend.
Kids Q Competition
6:00 PM – Younger Division Turn-In
Category: Anything Ground Pork (meat provided)
6:30 PM – Older Division Turn-In
Category: Pork Chops (meat provided)
7:00 PM – Friday Night Rib Competition Turn-In
Single meat category – bring your best ribs!

We’ll wrap up the night by recognizing our winners.
Official Event Schedule – Saturday
Time to turn up the heat for our Double KCBS Backyard Competition!
6:00 AM – Load-In Begins
Get your sites set and smokers rolling early.
7:00 AM – Cooks Meeting
Important info, rules, and final details for all teams.
Competition #1 Turn-Ins
1:00 PM – Chicken Turn-In
1:30 PM – Ribs Turn-In
Competition #2 Turn-Ins
3:00 PM – Chicken Turn-In
3:30 PM – Ribs Turn-In
Awards Ceremony – 430 PM (or earlier if possible)
We’ll wrap up the day by crowning our winners!

04/26/2026

Happy Sunday congratulations to all the teams that got a call yesterday.

Address

218 S. Walnut Street
Cherry Valley, IL
61016

Telephone

+18152185088

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