Smoke on the Shores BBQ Championship

04/20/2026

Backyard teams! Don't miss the High on the Hog Festival May 15-16 in Wi******er, TN. Go to www.highonthehogfestival.com to register.

High On The Hog Festival is a premier KCBS BBQ contest located on the shores of Tims Ford Lake. The Franklin County Kiwanis Club has been the event organizer for the last 20 years and it continues to grow and grow. Whether its hanging out and enjoying the music and craft vendors, watching a beauty c...

04/01/2026

Pretty cool to be on the cover of The Kansas City Barbeque Society BullSheet.

04/01/2026

Be sure to tune in tonight to see Razorracks BBQ and Kith n’ Kin Competition BBQ on the So Smokin' Gooder Show. Our very own VP Eric Cantrel will a special co-host.

SSGS Ep:345 - Drew Davis - Razorracks BBQ / Joelle & David Goan - Kith n’ Kin Competition BBQ Special co-host Eric Cantrell Lil' Gr**go

🔥 Tonight on the So Smokin' Gooder Show! 🔥
Join us as we sit down with some serious KCBS firepower fresh off the Smoke on the Shores BBQ Championship in Lebanon, TN!

First up: Grand Champion Drew Davis of Razorracks BBQ out of Pleasant Plains, Arkansas. Drew iveteran pitmaster with 28+ KCBS Grand Championships on his résumé (and counting). He and his wife Chelsey have been chasing the Smoke on the Shores GC title for years — and this weekend they finally checked it off the list in dominating fashion. That win not only earned them the big hardware but also punched their ticket to the World Food Championships.

Next up we’ve got Joelle and David Goan of Kith n’ Kin Competition BBQ in the house! This husband-and-wife team turned in a strong RGC performance at Smoke on the Shores and will give us the inside scoop on their journey, teamwork, and what it takes to compete at the highest level.

Joining Rob and Producer Ty as our co-host is Eric Cantrell, Certified KCBS Master Judge!
Eric brings years of high-level KCBS experience to the table — not only as a seasoned Master Judge who has evaluated hundreds of competition entries, but also as someone who cooks on the circuit himself. He’s known for his sharp eye on what separates good BBQ from great BBQ, deep knowledge of KCBS rules and scoring, and no-nonsense insights that help both competitors and backyard cooks level up.

Send in those boxes to be rated by our awesome panel tonight! Wrap up recap - Upcoming Event and more! Tune in tonight! 🍖🎙️
Please SHARE and Tune in LIVE tonight at 8pm CST on YouTube (), Facebook, Twitch, and wherever you catch the Gooder vibes. Grab your favorite brew or cocktail and let's get to talking BBQ!

03/23/2026

This weekend, we hosted the 10th Annual Smoke on the Shores BBQ Championship, and what a weekend it was.

This was our biggest year yet, with 125 pro teams and 52 backyard teams competing.

Teams traveled from across the country to Lebanon, TN, chasing record deals and a coveted guitar. From first-time teams to seasoned champions, the level of talent was nothing short of incredible.

We kicked things off Thursday night with a potluck sponsored by Performance Foodservice. Roughly 250 people, teams and judges, came together to share stories, food, and friendship. It’s moments like these that truly define the BBQ family.

The competition got underway Friday with the Springer Mountain Farms Chicken Challenge.
Congratulations to our Grand Champion, Bourbon & Blues BBQ, and Reserve Champion, iBQ’n.

Friday night also featured the Performance Foodservice Allegiance Rib Challenge. Congratulations to Grand Champion, Alpine Smoke Works, and Reserve Champion, Electro-Que-Ted

Saturday brought the Sam's Club Dessert Challenge, along with both pro and backyard competitions.

Congratulations to our Backyard Grand Champion, Norala BBQ, and Reserve Grand Champion, Weez's Groovin BBQ.

In the pro division, congratulations to Grand Champion, Razorracks, and Reserve Grand Champion, Kith n’ Kin. Both teams earned invitations to the BBQ World Cup & Expo in Las Vegas for a shot at the million-dollar prize. Razorracks also earned a Golden Ticket to compete at the World Food Championships in Indianapolis.

We also saw incredible entries in the Sam's Club Dessert Challenge. Congratulations to our champion, Bad Rooster BBQ, who also earned a Golden Ticket to the World Food Championships.

Thank you to our teams, you are the heart of this event. The passion, dedication, and pride you bring are what make Smoke on the Shores so special.

Thank you to our judges, more than 200 of you from over 30 states and multiple countries. We appreciate your time, expertise, and commitment to excellence.

To our sponsors and partners, we simply could not do this without you. Your support allows us to continue growing this event and, most importantly, give back to causes that matter. A special thank you to our presenting sponsors, the Tennessee Pork Producers and Tennessee Soybean, along with all of our incredible partners who helped make this 10th anniversary one to remember.

And a special thank you to the our venue, the James E. Ward Agricultural Center at the Wilson County Fairgrounds. We value our partnership and everything you do to support this event year after year.

To our team, the behind-the-scenes heroes, thank you for the long hours, early mornings, and tireless effort. This event is built on your dedication.

Now it’s time to catch our breath…

Registration for the 2027 event opens October 1, 2026. Mark your calendars for the 11th annual Smoke on the Shores for March 19–20, 2027.

03/21/2026

03/21/2026

Just some of the many wonderful items we got to put into our goodie bags!! We love all our sponsors!!

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03/20/2026

The road to Million Dollars runs through Smoke on the Shores

03/18/2026

Thank you World Food Championships!

🔥 The smoke is about to rise in Tennessee! 🔥

Hey Food Sport Nation - mark your calendars for the Smoke on the Shores BBQ Championship happening March 20–21 at the Wilson County Fairgrounds in Lebanon.

This exciting competition will award two coveted Golden Tickets to in Indianapolis; one in Barbecue and one in Dessert. 🍖🍰

If you love championship BBQ, sweet creations, and high-level competition, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Get the full details here 👉 https://www.smokeontheshores.com/

03/17/2026

BladeWorx will be on site this weekend!

03/17/2026

Man Meat BBQ is organizing a fantasy draft for Master Series teams this weekend. See Aaron on Friday to sign up.

03/15/2026

We are excited to announce this year’s raffle item an Outlaw BBQ Smokers Ringo drum! All proceeds will benefit two outstanding organizations: Operation Stand Down Tennessee and Operation BBQ Relief, helping provide support and services to those who need it most.

When you arrive at the contest, stop by a grab a ticket, pick your number, and get a shot at the most sought after smoker on the BBQ trail.