CBCA Clayton BBQ & Brews Festival

July 29-30, 2023

Kansas City Barbeque Society Sanctioned Event

The Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and enjoying barbeque, is the world’s largest organization of barbeque and grilling enthusiasts with over 20,000 members worldwide. The Annual Clayton BBQ Cook Off is a State Championship KCBS sanctioned event.

Four Meat Cook Off Competition

Join us as we turn historic downtown Clayton into a BBQ lovers paradise where Pro Pitmasters and Backyard Chefs compete for cash prizes and trophies. This year’s Pro Pitmasters competition features four meats: chicken, ribs, pork shoulder, and brisket. Be sure to sample prize meats in this year’s People’s Choice selection.

2022 Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors for this year's event.

2020 Brew Garden Breweries

Our Brew Garden returns with a great selection of local craft brewers. Here's a list of the breweries that have committed to this year with more to come.