Service
With Valor
BBQ Competition
$3,000 IN CASH PRIZES
Grand Champion · Reserve Champion · Category Winners
A premier BBQ competition honoring those who serve — military active duty, veterans, and first responders. Entry fee: $200 per team. Registration deadline: May 15th, 2026.
3550 E. Philadelphia St., Ontario, CA 91761
Hosted by Teufel Hunden Det. 1360, Marine Corps League
1 team registered so far
The Competition
Event Details
$3,000 IN CASH PRIZES
Cash prizes awarded to the Grand Champion, Reserve Champion, and the winner of each competition category. Judged by KCBS certified and Master judges.
Entry Fee
$200
per team
Schedule
Friday, May 22nd — Competitors Only
Saturday, May 23rd — Public Event
Categories
Chicken
Turn-In: 12:00 PM
6 thighs or drumsticks
Pork Ribs
Turn-In: 12:30 PM
6 ribs — no Country Style or Baby Backs
Pork
Turn-In: 1:00 PM
Chopped, pulled, chunked, sliced, or combination
Beef Brisket
Turn-In: 1:30 PM
Minimum 6 slices
Judged on appearance, taste & tenderness per KCBS rules. One (1) submission per category per team.
Highlights
Venue
3550 E. Philadelphia St., Ontario, CA 91761
Hosted by Teufel Hunden Det. #1360, Marine Corps League · Sponsored by Side Action Apparel
Official
Competition Rules
Registration Deadline & Entry Fee
The entry fee is $200 per team. All entry forms must be received by 11:59 PM, May 15th, 2026.
Entry Fee & Deadline
$200 per team. All entry forms must be received by 11:59 PM, May 15th, 2026.
Check-In & Set-Up
Check-in and set-up begins at 5:00 PM on Friday, May 22nd, 2026.
Cooking Fuel
No holes or dug pits are permitted. Pitmasters may use wood, charcoal, or pellets. Fire extinguishers must be provided by the Pitmaster.
Supplies & Equipment
Pitmasters must provide their own supplies. Any tents or other items must be provided by the Pitmaster.
Meat Inspection
Teams must show possession of disposable gloves, sanitary wipes or spray, and hand sanitizer. Inspection is conducted at the cook's site. Failure to comply results in disqualification with no refund.
Serving Containers
Each Pitmaster will be provided with an unmarked serving container. Containers may not be marked or altered in any way. Each container is matched with a theater ticket — keep it safe.
Submissions
Pitmasters may enter only one (1) submission per category. No marking of containers is allowed.
No Food Sales
Teams may NOT sell food.
Clean-Up
Each team is responsible for keeping the contest area clean. Trash bags will be provided. All cooking areas must be cleaned and vacated by 4:00 PM on Saturday, May 23rd.
Judging
All dishes are judged on appearance, taste, and tenderness per KCBS rules. KCBS certified judges and Master judges will officiate the event.
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Who Can Compete
Eligibility
The Service With Valor BBQ Competition is an exclusive honor reserved for those who have served and protected our nation and communities. Participation is open to:
Military Active Duty
Currently serving members of the U.S. Armed Forces across all branches
Veterans
Honorably discharged veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces
First Responders
Law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, and emergency medical personnel, etc.
Verification Required
All competing teams must include at least one member who is military active duty, a veteran, or a first responder. Proof of service or employment may be required. Full competition rules and eligibility requirements will be provided to all registered teams.
Join the Competition
Register Your Team
Complete the form below to reserve your team's spot. Entry fee is $200 per team, due by May 15th, 2026. Full competition rules will be sent to your email after registration.