Join us on October 3, 2026, for the much-anticipated Keystone Classic BBQ Contest! This exciting event will feature top-notch pitmasters from various regions who will compete fiercely for the coveted trophy and the ultimate bragging rights. Come and experience the thrill of grilling excitement, delicious food, and a vibrant atmosphere that celebrates the art of barbecuing!

2026 Contest Flyer
Event Schedule
Two men at a barbecue competition tent, one slicing ribs on a table with foil-wrapped trays, the other wearing an apron and watching.

Registration will OPEN soon for the 2026 Keystone Classic BBQ State Championship Steak Cookoff Contest

2026 Steak Cook Off

Event Flyer
A man speaking at a podium with a Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center logo. On a display behind him are various award ribbons and plaques, as well as a quirky lamp resembling a leg from the movie "A Christmas Story." People are seated in front, listening attentively.

Registration will open soon for the highly anticipated Keystone Classic BBQ Contest! Participants can choose from four exciting categories to showcase their culinary skills.

Entry Deadline: September 1, 2026

Keystone Classic BBQ Contest

Entry Form
Two individuals hold a certificate and a large sign at a steak cooking competition. They are smiling and standing in front of a branded backdrop with logos. The sign indicates a first place win at the Keystone International Livestock Exposition for a steak cookoff.

Over $7,000 in Total Prize Money!

2026 Keystone Classic BBQ Prize List

Prize List