The Kansas City Barbeque Society

06/17/2026

The 180 Club was supposed to be closed for the weekend. Nobody told these teams.

Congratulations to everyone earning a perfect score last weekend. Educated, experienced judging matters, and KCBS Certified Barbeque Judges were there to recognize some truly exceptional barbeque.

06/17/2026

Well deserved recognition for Puddleduck BBQ

Tonight the City of Spring Hill officially recognized Puddleduck BBQ for our Reserve Grand Champion finish and 1st place ribs at The Kansas City Barbeque Society World Invitational. Humbled and honored by Mayor Matt Fitterer and the Board of Mayor and Aldermen for taking the time to recognize what we do. Spring Hill — we'll do our best to keep making you proud. 🔥

06/15/2026

Our hats are off to Big Fluff BBQ for doubling up on 180 scores on the way to perfection in the Backyard. Congratulations to everyone who joined the 180 Club this weekend. Elite entries, recognized by KCBS Certified Barbeque Judges.

06/15/2026

Intimate group in the 700 Club this weekend, let by Janky Leg BBQ with a 710.8460. Congratulations to this fine group of Master Series Competitors. Great cooks deserve trained judges.

06/15/2026

Shout out to Big Fluff BBQ for scoring a 360.0000 this past weekend, taking a commanding lead into the 360 Club. Congratulations to everyone on the list from this past weekend. Our CBJ's were locked in and recognizing barbeque perfection.

06/10/2026

06/09/2026

The 180 Club was overcrowded this week. With one more addition, we had to expand it to two pages to make room for all the perfect scores. Please welcome Bentley Que to the club. Congratulations to everyone who earned a 180 this weekend.

06/08/2026

To all the teams with benchmark level scoring this weekend, welcome to the 350 Club, the 180 Club, and the 700 Club. Consistent scoring by trained judges. It's what sets KCBS apart. Congratulations to everyone on this list!

06/03/2026

The York County BBQ Festival is held at the Community Center Grounds, where dozens of stalls offer delicious treats, snacks, sandwiches, BBQ and more. Something for the whole family.

Register your team here ----> https://yorkcountybbqfestival.com/

06/03/2026

New England is amazing in the summer. Bring the family and join us at the Connecticut Barbecue Challenge on July 18th - 19th in Somers, CT. Plenty of space, with 20 amp power and water is included.

Sign up today on

July 19th KCBS Four Meat Masters / Open sign up below