Smoke at the Park 2026
Cook Team Information
Think you team has what it takes? Smoke at the Park 2026 is bringing the competition back with more freedom to cook what you do best. Take on the crowd in our open-specialty People's Choice Competition, put your skills to the test in our judged competitions, and spend the weekend cooking alongside teams from across the region. Whether you're a seasoned competition team or just know your way around a smoker, we want you to bring your best food, your team personality, and a little friendly competition to Grand Bay, AL this October!
Compete for More Than Bragging Rights
People’s Choice BBQ
Serve your best BBQ and let the crowd decide.
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🥇 Custom HBT Smoker
🥈 ½ Cow
🥉 ¼ Cow
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Judged Steak Competition
We provide the steak. You bring the skill. Selected judges determine the winners.
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🥇 $1,500 Mason Hills Store Credit
🥈 $1,000 Store Credit
🥉 $500 Store Credit
One weekend. Two ways to win.
Cook Team FAQ
How much does it cost?
Cook Team Registration is $150. The Judged Steak Competition is an additional $50.
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What does registration include?
Your team space and entry into the People's Choice BBQ Competition.
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What do we cook for People's Choice?
Bring your best BBQ! You choose the specialty you want the crowd to taste and vote on.
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What about the Steak Competition?
We provide the steak. You cook it, present it, and our selected judges determine the winners.
Register Now!
Registration is open for Smoke at the Park 2026. Secure your team's spot in the People's Choice BBQ Competition and Judged Steak Competition if you're ready for the challenge.
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After registration, you'll receive your Cook Team Information packet with the complete rules, schedule, setup details, and everything you need for event weekend.