May 29-30, 2026
Applicants do not have to be KCBS members to participate!
Each team receives a 20'x50' cook site. Spaces are chosen by each team upon arrival.
*Please note: We provide one electric service of your choice with your registration. Please specify during registration if you need 20 amp, 30 amp, or 50 amp service.
*Due to space limitations we will not be offering backyard competition this year.
TURN IN SCHEDULE:
Chicken 12:00 Noon
Ribs 12:30 PM
Pork 1:00 PM
Beef Brisket 1:30 PM
*ALL KCBS RULES APPLY*
PAYOUTS:
1st place ($325) in each category,
2nd place ($225) in each category,
3rd place ($175) in each category.
4th place ($150) in each category,
5th place ($125) in each category,
Grand Champion ($1000) and
Reserve Grand Champion ($750).
Friday evening Unsanctioned Steak Competition winner will receive $100 cash (plus prize to be announced).
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellations are allowed on the following schedule, regardless of reason:
Cancellation on or before April 15 –100% refund of any and all paid entry fees.
Cancellation from April 16 to May 1–50% refund of any and all paid entry fees.
Cancellation from May 2 to May 15–25% refund of any and all paid entry fees.
Cancellation on or after May 16 – No refund of fees.
For event questions, Chris Finkbone (423) 653-4899
LAFAYETTE HONEYBEE FESTIVAL IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT! NO REFUNDS!