The 1st Annual
Outpost Smokehouse
Showdown (2027)
Think you've got the best brisket, ribs, or pit game on the corridor? Step up to the fire. We are officially opening registration for the 1st Annual Outpost Smokehouse Showdown in 2027. Join master pitmasters, backyard legends, and live music fans for a heavy-duty weekend of smoke, flavor, and community.
Date
Fall 2027
Exact Date TBA
Location
Highway 80 Corridor
Texas Hub
Sanctioned Core Categories
Texas Beef Brisket
Pork Spare Ribs
Chicken
Secure Your Spot —
Competitors & Vendors
Competing Pitmaster Team
Per team entry
$275
per team
- Standard 20'×20' cook site
- Electricity & water access
- Entry into all 3 sanctioned core categories
- Brisket, Ribs & Chicken
- 4 team wristbands included
Jackpot & Specialty Add-Ons
Optional categories for competing teams — add to your entry
Vendor & Marketplace Booths
Craft / Retail Merchant
10'×10'
$175
Non-Food Commercial / Trade Booth
10'×20'
$350
Heavy-Duty Fleet / Major Sponsor Booth
20'×30'+
$950
Food / Beverage Truck Vendor
Truck Space
$300
Spectator & Fan Admission
General Admission
$20 at Gate — Kids 12 & Under Free
$15
- Full event access
- Live music & entertainment
- Open competition viewing
VIP "Pit Pass"
Early entry + exclusive perks
$50
- Early entry access
- 3 People's Choice tasting tokens
- Official event lanyard
- Official Showdown presale tee
Kids 12 & Under admitted free with a paying adult.
Register for the
2027 Showdown
Spots for competing pitmaster teams are strictly limited. Sign up early to lock in your spot, get official rules, and secure competitor perks.