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BBQ for Bravery

June 20 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A KCBS-Sanctioned Masters Barbecue Competition Benefiting Veterans​

Saturday June 20, 2026

12 pm-4 pm at the Duck Pond in Alcoa, Tennessee.

Whether you’re a BBQ enthusiast, looking for a fun afternoon outside, or a way to celebrate Dad, BBQ for Bravery brings East Tennessee together!​

Our annual BBQ competition is a sanctioned event showcasing some of the best BBQ teams, competing for big prizes and raising money for veterans.

  • Open to the public

  • Competition BBQ available for purchase​

  • Family-friendly atmosphere

  • BYOB, chairs, and tents

  • Local veterans paired with competition teams

  • Awards ceremony for Grand Champion and each division (chicken, ribs, pulled pork, and brisket)

  • Supporting veterans through Beloved Roots Ranch

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Details

Organizer

  • Beloved Roots Ranch