Bunkhouse BBQ Cookoff
The Bunkhouse Lodge in Seadrift, Texas is hosting a barbecue cook-off Saturday July 25th, 2026.
Come show off your skills in the main event... plus fun additional categories.
Come show off your skills in the main event... plus fun additional categories.
MAIN EVENT
Pitmasters, bring your best....This is the heart of the cookoff!!!
World-class brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and perfectly smoked chicken go head-to-head. Judged on appearance, tenderness, and bold BBQ flavor.
Pitmasters, bring your best....This is the heart of the cookoff!!!
World-class brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and perfectly smoked chicken go head-to-head. Judged on appearance, tenderness, and bold BBQ flavor.
CHEF'S CHOICE
Unleash your creativity!
In Chef’s Choice, anything goes. From wild appetizers and stuffed meats to signature specialties — show off your unique style and flavors. This is always one of the most exciting and talked-about categories of the day.
75% payout
Unleash your creativity!
In Chef’s Choice, anything goes. From wild appetizers and stuffed meats to signature specialties — show off your unique style and flavors. This is always one of the most exciting and talked-about categories of the day.
75% payout
BEANS
Who says beans can’t steal the show?
Battle to create rich, smoky, irresistible pots of BBQ beans loaded with secret spices, savory meats, and soulful flavor. This fan-favorite category delivers serious comfort and competition — judged on taste, texture, and authentic BBQ heart.
75% payout
Who says beans can’t steal the show?
Battle to create rich, smoky, irresistible pots of BBQ beans loaded with secret spices, savory meats, and soulful flavor. This fan-favorite category delivers serious comfort and competition — judged on taste, texture, and authentic BBQ heart.
75% payout
BLOODY MARYS
Spice things up in our Bloody Mary showdown!
Craft bold Bloody Marys with smoked garnishes, BBQ twists, and wild toppings. Judged on taste, creativity, and presentation, this category delivers big flavor and plenty of fun
75% payout
Spice things up in our Bloody Mary showdown!
Craft bold Bloody Marys with smoked garnishes, BBQ twists, and wild toppings. Judged on taste, creativity, and presentation, this category delivers big flavor and plenty of fun
75% payout
Cornhole, Horseshoes, Vendors, Live Music and more!
Bunkhouse BBQ Cookoff
Date and Time
Saturday Jul 25, 2026
Location
1811 State Highway 185 East, Seadrift, TX
Printed courtesy of portoconnorchamber.com/ – Contact the Port O'Connor Chamber of Commerce for more information.
PO Box 701, Port O'Connor, TX 77982 – 3619832898 – info@portoconnorchamber.com