ENTER TO compete IN this year’s RIBS FOR KIDS on July 11, 2026!
Please submit the form below to confirm your team’s participation in our 11th annual Ribs for Kids cookoff competition! You will also need to pay the competitor entrance fee, which can be done via check, Venmo, or Eventbrite (select “Get Tickets” and follow the prompts for the desired entry type). Competitor entry deadline is July 4th, 2026.
If any questions prior to submitting, please email petaluma2030r4k@gmail.com.
Entry FeeS:
Ribs Competitor: $200 (entry fee covers meat cost, and offers free entry to all other food categories)
Non-Ribs Competitor: $25 (flat rate covers entry into both Chili and Side competition, or selection of just 1 category)
Returning Champion: Entry fee is waived for the 1st Place Ribs & Grand Champion winners from 2025
competitor entry form
By submitting this form, I confirm that I have read and agree to the 2026 Competitor Entry Rules.
2025 Winners
GRAND CHAMPION: Yes Dear BBQ
| Ribs | Chili | |
|---|---|---|
| 1st place | Over the Grill | Yes Dear BBQ |
| 2nd place | 707 Platoon | US Coast Guard |
| People's Choice | SauceSquatch | Double J |
