Entry fees are non-refundable.
City of Madison Bbq Party
INDIANA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
BARBEQUE COOK-OFF
Madison, Indiana
August 20 & 21, 2026
Sanctioned by K.C.B.S. -- Qualifier
“$11,000 minimum in Cash Payouts”
2026 OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY APPLICATION
Chief Cook ______________________________________________________________________
Chief Cook’s KCBS Membership Number____________ Cell Phone________________________
Mailing Address: Street/P.O. Box_____________________________________________
City________________________________ State________ Zip__________________
Team Name____________________________________________________________________
Team members ____________________________ ___________________________________
____________________________ ___________________________________
E-mail Address_________________________________________________________________
Please check categories entered below (notice turn-in times!!):
_____Chicken (12 noon!!) _____Anything But---must be in 9X9 container
_____Pork Ribs No theme!
_____Pork Shoulder _____Dessert---may use own container(s)
_____Beef Brisket Peaches are the theme!
Indicate total space and electric needs—space is limited—we have a designated area for extra vehicles—not a camping area!!! *There will be an upcharge on electricity required above 20 amps.
**Space: _______ Width _______ Length ***Expected Arrival Day (Please Circle): ***Expected Departure Day (Please Circle):
Electric: ___________ Amps Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
One free t-shirt per team; please circle size: 4X 3X 2X 1X LG Med
(tee shirt only guaranteed for applications received by July 8th)
Additional t-shirts $22.00 each. Please indicate number and sizes:
4X: ______ 3X: ______ 2X: ______ XL: ______ LG: ______ Med: ______
ENTRY FEE:
Space, 20 amps electric, water and ice......................................................$ 275.00
*Upcharge 30 amps electric…(add $25).……….………………………….…$
*Upcharge 50 amps electric OR multiple plug-ins…(add $40)……………$_________
Extra t-shirts @ $22.00 each........................................................................$__________
TOTAL COST.................................................................................................$__________
Make check payable and send to:
Madison Bbq Party
208 E. Second St.
Madison, IN 47250
OR call 812-701-8466 to discuss!
You are not entered until we have application and payment!!
Please be accurate on space needs. We will be changing layout a bit!
Entry fees are non-refundable
** SPACE NEEDS MUST BE FILLED OUT
*** DEPARTURE DAY MUST BE CIRCLED
For more information, please contact:
Cook Organizer –
Our website www.madisonbbqparty.us or e-mail info@madisonbbqparty.us
____ I AGREE TO ABIDE BY THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE K.C.B.S.
COPIES OF THE RULES (e-)MAILED UPON REQUEST
Waiver of Liability: In consideration of acceptance of this entry, I, the undersigned, intending to be legally bound, hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages against K.C.B.S. and the City of Madison Bbq Party, Inc., and their agents, successors, and assignee, for any loss, damage or injury to person or property suffered by me in this event. I also agree to hold harmless, defend and indemnify K.C.B.S. and City of Madison Bbq Party, Inc. from all claims or suits arising from any loss, damage or injury to person or property arising from my negligence or other wrongful conduct. Further, I hereby grant full permission to the K.C.B.S. and the City of Madison Bbq Party, Inc. and/or agents authorized by them, to use any photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, recordings and any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I have read and agree to abide by all rules of this competition.
Signature of Chief Cook_____________________________________________Date____________________
KCBS 2026 COMPETITORS​
A&R Barbeque
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Big Dogg BBQ
Blue Dog BBQ
BooyaQ
We Will Rock 'Que
Wink's BBQ
Follow the @RibberfestKCBSBBQ Page on Facebook
ATTENTION: The 2026 KCBS application will be available soon.
Madison Bbq Party Dates for 2026: August 20th & 21st
Entry fees are non-refundable.
KCBS 2025 JUDGES
COME BACK FOR JUDGES APPLICATION
Judges applications received after May 1st will be placed on a waiting list. We look forward to having you back again this year. We strive every year to make sure you have a great experience and this year is no exception.

