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Registration is now open for the 31st Annual AGC Houston BBQ Cook-Off!
March 31 - April 1, 2023
Pasadena Fairgrounds
7902 Fairmont Pkwy.
Pasadena, TX 77507

Get your aprons on and fire up the pits! You don't want to miss out on this exclusive, invite only event.

Each Cook Team (regardless of how many spaces are purchased) will receive the following items: 
  • 5    Cook Team Wristbands
  • 8    VIP Parking Passes in reserved space
  • 8    Cook Team Parking Passes in a reserved space
  • 25   Complimentary e-Tickets for entry for the weekend 
  • 10   Kid’s Zone Wristbands for Saturday

This is an International BBQ Cookers' Association or IBCA sanctioned event and all rules will apply.

**NEW IN 2023**
Tailgate Team
If you don't want to cook and compete but you want to entertain guests on Friday night, then the Tailgate Team might be right for you. This is a great opportunity to experience our BBQ Cook-Off. Tailgate Teams must follow the same safety rules as competitive cook teams.

Each Tailgate Team will receive the following:
  • 50’x100’ space for Friday night only and you must supply your own tent, decorations and furnishings 
  • 2 Team Wristbands
  • 6 VIP Parking Passes in a reserved space
  • 20 Complimentary e-Tickets for entry on Friday night only
  • Option to entertain, distribute promotional items, food and beverages
  • No entry into competitive cooking categories
  • Follow all health and safety guidelines if cooking for guests

We do NOT sell tickets to this event. You must be invited by a cook team or sponsor to attend.

Cook Teams must register on our website!
Not sure what to expect? We've got you covered with our First Timers Guide to the AGC Houston BBQ Cook-Off!
Everything you always wanted to know about the AGG Houston BBQ Cook-Off but are afraid to ask. Join us for a FREE virtual seminar to learn the ins and outs of participating in this premiere event. We will have a group of long-time event participants on the call ready to help guide you through the process. This seminar will address best practices when participating in this annual, private event. 
Topics that will be covered include:
  • Operations, Procedures, Logistics
  • Competitive Cooking
  • Friday Night Parties
  • Saturday Family Day
  • Networking
  • Maximizing your presence
Look Who's Cooking in 2023
Cadence McShane Construction
Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing
Dynamic Glass, Inc.
EyeSite Surveillance, Inc.
Hoar Construction Team 1
Hoar Construction Team 2
Impact Fire Services, LLC
Joeris General Contractors
Linbeck Group, LLC - Team 1
Linbeck Group, LLC - Team 2
Marton Roofing Industries, Ltd.
TDIndustries, Inc.
Tellepsen Team 1
Tellepsen Team 2
Walker Engineering, Inc. - Team 1
Walker Engineering, Inc. - Team 2
White Cap  
W. S. Bellows Construction Corp.

Sponsorship Opportunities
VIP Sponsor - $2,500
Carl Lee Judging Tent Sponsor* - $2,000
Hospitality Sponsor* - $1,500
Family Fun Sponsor* - $900
Community Sponsor - $750
In-Kind Sponsor - (Please contact Charlene Anthony for in-kind sponsorship opportunities at charlene.a@agchouston.org)
*Some sponsorships are limited and based on availability. First come, first served.

Sponsors must register on our website!