The Great Lenexa Bbq Battle Is The Official Kansas State Championship, Attracting Cooks Who Compete For The Coveted Title Of Grand Champion. Prizes And Ribbons Are Awarded To The Top 10 Contestants In Seven Categories (Brisket, Pork, Pork Ribs,…

The Great Lenexa BBQ Battle started in 1982 with 12 contestants and 12 judges. On April 27, 1984, Governor John Carlin declared the contest the official Kansas State Championship. The competition attracts cooks who compete for the coveted title of…