Our Mission
The Iowa Barbeque Society is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the promotion of outdoor cooking through numerous educational and charitable activities. Encouraging all Iowans to develop an appreciation for barbeque and outdoor cooking, the group sponsors numerous fundraisers and charitable events for the promotion of barbeque as well as the better- ment of our neighborhoods and communities less fortunate.
Team of the Year - Ribs Category Posted
The ribs category is now posted. Just a remind the BBQlossal ribs counted in this calculation.
Team of the Year - Chicken Category Posted
The chicken category for Iowa Barbeque Society Team of the Year is posted. Because the requirement is the average of four contest, the list is a minimum of three contest since Iowa has only had four contest involving chicken. As teams with four or more contest qualify those with less than four contest will not be listed.
NOTE: I need Council Bluffs scores. If you have a score sheet please contact me at rodandersondm@gmail.com. Additionally, if you are a member of the Iowa Barbeque Society prior to May 1 and should be listed, please contact me.
Hog Wild BBQ Contest
Click here for information on the Wild Rose Resort and Casino non sanction BBQ contest
Colo Crossroads 1St Annual BBQ Contest
Click here for information on this non sanction contest Colo Crossroads 1St Annual BBQ Contest
2nd Annual Hawgeyes Classic
April 25th Hawgeyes BBQ/TNT Landscaping held the second annual Hawgeyes BBQ Classic. Adults had to cook a T-Bone Steak while the kids cooked hamburgers. Iowa's Smokey D's provided lunch to the crown checking out the landscaping products and Horizon grills.
Check out the gallery for more images.
Find A Contest Near You
The contest pages have been updated with new contest and entry forms. Make sure to check the offical contest sites for additional forms and information.
Iowa Barbeque Society Now on Facebook
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Apply for Iowa Barbeque Society Scholarship
Time is running out to apply for the Iowa Barbeque Society scholarship. Click here for more information.
Two People Inducted into The National BBQ Hall of Fame
by: Mike Tucker
Two Men were inducted into the National BBQ Hall of Fame in 2008. They were recognized at the Lakeland, Florida Pig Festival on January 30th, 2009. The Spokesman for the BBQ Hall of Fame is Mike Davis, of LottaBull BBQ. Mike is an accomplished BBQ competitor, a good family man, and a true asset to the BBQ Hall of Fame.
Non Sanctioned Contest - Smokin' in the Junction
A new non sanctioned contest coming to West Des Moines, IA on May 23rd. Click here for more information.
Congratulations Iowa's Smokey D's
Darren Warth received these awards at the KCBS Annual Awards weekend:
8th place Brisket
8th place Pork
9th Place overall
Iowa Barbecue Society Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet
Photos are now online in the gallery. Thanks to everyone who showed upand a special thanks to those who helped with the planning of the event.
New Contest - “O’Town BBQ Showdown
A new KCBS sanctioned contest is coming to Ottumwa, IA. For more information on the “O’Town BBQ Showdown” click here.