Get ready to fire up the pits for a great cause! Join us for the 23rd Annual Hamilton Band Boosters BBQ Cookoff. This event is sanctioned by the Lone Star BBQ Society and 100% of the proceeds benefit the Hamilton ISD Band Program.
WHEN: Friday, August 7th – Saturday, August 8th, 2026
WHERE: Circle T Arena & Resort Hamilton, TX
COMPETITION DETAILS
Think you have the best BBQ in Texas? We are offering a 100% Payout!
Entry Fee: $150 plus one uncooked brisket.
Categories: Chicken, Ribs, and Brisket.
Jackpot Beans: Separate $25 entry fee.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, August 7th:
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Tray Pick-up
6:00 PM: Cook Meeting
Saturday, August 8th (Turn-in Times):
11:00 AM: Beans
12:00 PM: Chicken
1:30 PM: Ribs
3:00 PM: Brisket
4:30 PM: Awards Ceremony
HOW TO REGISTER
Pre-pay is not required but greatly appreciated!
Online: Scan the QR code on the flyer to enter.
Email: Send entry forms or questions to hamiltonbandbbq@hamiltonisd.org.
Mail: Send checks (payable to Hamilton Band Boosters) and entry forms to: Hamilton Band Boosters c/o Heather Hansard
400 S College St., Hamilton, TX 76531
STAY & PLAY
Make it a weekend getaway! The Circle T Arena & Resort offers
*An on-site restaurant.
*RV & Camper spots (call 254-784-9854 to reserve)
*Swimming pool access (included with RV site rental).
More info at https://circletarena.net/book-now/.
Questions? Contact John Couch at 254.784.5074 for more info.
There will also be a BBQ lunch with brisket, sausage, beans, potato salad, and dessert on Saturday. More info about the lunch when we get closer to the date!
