6th Annual Back the Blue BBQ Festival
BBQ Cookoff Teams

​​​​​​​​​Calling All BBQ Teams!

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Registration is now open for the 6th Annual Back the Blue BBQ Cook-Off, taking place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center in Deer Park, Texas!

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Gather your team, fire up the pits, and join us for a day of great food, friendly competition, and community support as we celebrate and honor law enforcement.

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Competition Categories

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Basic Registration – $150

• Chicken

• Ribs

• Brisket (donation of two uncooked, wrapped pork butts)

​Chili Competition – $50

​Cook's Choice – $50

​Dessert Competition – $25

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Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or a backyard BBQ champion, we'd love to have you compete in this year's cook-off. Proceeds from the event help support community programs and initiatives benefiting local law enforcement and the communities we serve.

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Spaces are limited, so register early and secure your spot!

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Join us as we fire up the grills, support a great cause, and make the 6th Annual Back the Blue BBQ Cook-Off our biggest event yet!

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"We've Got Your Six!"

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Click HERE to register today!

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For Back the Blue Festival Information contact:

 

DEER PARK POLICE COMMUNITY LIAISON Sheila Plovanich 281-930-2118

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LA PORTE POLICE COMMUNITY LIAISON Shaye Lister 281-842-3172