# Event Details - **Event Name**: Smoke & Shine Showdown BBQ Contest - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 am – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: This is a sanctioned PNWBA Backyard BBQ competition, being held at the Richland Uptown Shopping Center 1300 George Washington Way within the Cool Desert Nights Show n Shine event. Also happening that weekend a mile away at Howard Amon Park, the annual Richland Regatta (Hydroplane races), a popular annual event featuring products and hobbies of interest to an expected crowd of 30,000. The competition is held outdoors in the parking lot of The Uptown Shopping Center (near Daisy Ranch Saloon), BBQ teams will prepare and present Chicken Wings and Pork Spare Ribs to a table of judges recruited from the community. Your leftover competition meat and any extra that you cook can be sold to the public. Organizer: Chandra Christenson 509-987-4003 or 509-430-8786 | information@richlandchamber.org PNWBA Board Representatives: Doug Canada 509-860-2873 | dcanada@pnwba.com Ray and Meba Fugiura: Head Judges Competition Schedule: Saturday, Jun 27, 2026 Team Load In 5:30am-6:30am Cooks Meeting 6:30am, or earlier Site Inspections 6:30am, or earlier Turn-in (30 minute window) Chicken 11:00-11:30am Spare Ribs 12:00-12:30pm Sampling to the public 11:00am Awards Ceremony 2:30-3:00pm Load Out after awards Sampling: Public Sampling Guidelines Sampling Competition BBQ Meats is a tradition at all PNWBA events. It is a great way to interact with the public and it allows you to make some money that can offset the cost of competing. Some teams have figured out the value of that benefit and come prepared for sampling to be a profitable side gig. Sampling is optional but strongly encouraged for all teams at this event. You need to register and fill out the Health Department application prior to Friday, June 13th. The cost of the permit ($120) is paid in full by the event producer. Health Department Compliance - REQUIRED! One team member must have a current Washington Food Handler card. Get yours here https://www.foodworkercard.wa.gov/ All teams must follow Benton-Franklin Health District regulations. Expect the Health Department to inspect your cooksite on Saturday. You will be mailed those regulations and an application shortly after you register for this event. Important: If a team violates health regulations or if the Health Department determines a team can no longer sample to the public, the event organizer (not PNWBA) may disqualify that team from public sampling and/or the competition. Disqualified teams are not eligible for refunds. Sampling vs. Vending - Know the Rules: Vending = Selling full servings (like a pulled pork sandwich or bowl of chili) - NOT ALLOWED at this event Sampling = Small portions in provided containers - THIS IS WHAT WE'RE DOING For this event, you are only permitted to sample individual Pork Spare Ribs (one bone) and individual Chicken Wings (one whole chicken wing or one Wing Segment) We will have a limited supply of small paper boats, large enough to hold a rib or chicken piece. Your samples must fit in these containers. No full meals or platters allowed. How Sampling Payment Works: Approved Paper Tickets only - no cash accepted Paper tickets cost $2 each Set your own price: maximum 3 tickets per sample You keep 75% of your ticket sales Event keeps 25% Proceeds paid directly by Richland Chamber of Commerce after the award ceremony You may need to complete a W-9 form for Richland Chamber of Commerce if you total earnings exceed $600 Other Food at the Event: Additional food vendors nearby at The Classic Car Show and Regatta may offer foods, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages. Team Requirements: Read the Rules: Please review the Team Rules at the bottom of this page, even if you're an experienced team. Every site will be inspected to ensure you meet these requirements. New to PNWBA? Visit our New Team Info page for helpful guidelines. https://www.pnwba.com/New-Team-Info Site Inspection Checklist: Prior to inspection you cannot begin seasoning your meat or receive turn-in boxes until you pass inspection. Required Items: 1. Competition Meats Must be kept below 40°F May be pre-trimmed Cannot be brined, injected, or seasoned before inspection 2. Coolers Must have enough ice to keep meats and perishables at safe temperatures 3. Fire Extinguisher 2A40BC or 3A40BC rating (or larger) Needle must be in the green zone Must have either: Inspection tag dated within the last year, OR Purchase receipt dated within the last year 4. Dish Wash Station-3 basins, wash, rinse, sanitize Dish soap and bottle of bleach 5. Hand Wash Station 5-gallon minimum insulated container with free-flowing spigot (example: insulated Cambro or modified 5-gallon cooler) Catch bucket for waste water 6. Sanitizing Station Bleach bucket with sanitizing solution Clean cloth rag 7. Digital Thermometer Registration & Fees: Entry Fee: $100.00 (non-refundable) Receive full credit for future event if you cancel prior to Health Department Permit is purchased and at least 7 days before event (end of day, March 7th, 2026) Refund Policy: If the event is cancelled by the organizer: $90 refund $10 processing fee is non-refundable under all circumstances Payment Due: Full payment required at time of registration Site Information: Site Size: Each team will have 4 standard parking spaces available. Provided Utilities: Electrical power is not readily available. If you need power for your cooking or hot holding devices, bring a quiet generator Potable water-Daisy Ranch Saloon Trash disposal- Each vendor will have a large garbage tote Ash disposal- Will be onsite in competition area Grease disposal-Daisy Ranch Saloon Grey water disposal- Daisy Ranch Saloon Ice - available- Daisy Ranch Saloon Location & Accommodations: Event Location: Uptown Shopping Center-enter the competition from Williams near the Denny’s entrance to avoid road closures. 1317 George Washington Way Richland, WA Parking: at cook site. Lodging: Plenty of hotel and camping options in and around Richland Any questions. Call Doug for help 509-860-2873 PNWBA Board Representatives: Doug Canada 509-860-2873 | dcanada@pnwba.com PACIFIC NORTHWEST BBQ ASSOCIATION OFFICIAL BACKYARD BBQ TEAM RULES A cook may not compete or assist on more than one team per event Only charcoal, wood, or wood pellets are permissible heat sources for cooking Cooking devices may not be shared by teams. Most other cooking equipment, such as dish washing stations, can be shared. Each cook site will have its own Fire Extinguisher You are responsible for keeping your cook site clean and your garbage contained You do not need to be a member of the PNWBA in order to compete Minimum age is 14, under 18 requires parent/guardian approval Excessive intoxication during an event will result in immediate disqualification Any unsportsmanlike behavior or harassment of others will result in immediate disqualification or ban from PNWBA events The PNWBA Event Representative has the final say on Scoring, Rule interpretation and other disputes Pork RIBS Only Spare Ribs, St Louis Style Ribs or Baby Back Ribs are allowed. No Beef Ribs or Country style. Each event will specify which Pork Rib to present Ribs must be bone-in, cut to one bone per piece Minimum of 8 ribs per turn-in required No garnish, only aluminum foil provided by the event Lid must be able to fully close No sculpting, no foreign objects Saucing is optional, no pooling of sauce in turn-in box, no containers of sauce in the box Ribs may be pre-trimmed but not seasoned or cooked before arrival and setup at the event Turn-in Windows are generally 30 minutes, 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after target time WINGS Bone in wings only Can turn-in Whole Wings (with or without the tip), or segments (drumettes and/or flats) each event will define what is acceptable Minimum of 8 pieces must be turned in. Unless specified otherwise, do not mix different chicken pieces. No garnish, only foil provided by event Saucing is allowed, no pooling or sauce containers in the box No foreign objects (such as bacon wrapped) Chicken may be pre-trimmed but not seasoned or cooked before arrival and setup at the event - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/richland/smoke-and-shine-showdown-bbq-contest/200030064105823 - **Event Categories**: contests, health-wellness, shopping, car-shows, friday-the-13th, sports, meetups, trips-adventures, nonprofit, camping, fourth-of-july-bbq-festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 289 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Richland - **state**: WA - **country**: United States - **location**: Uptown Shopping Center - **lat**: 46.28717 - **long**: -119.27559 - **full address**: Uptown Shopping Center, 1300 Jadwin,Richland, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Smoke & Shine Showdown BBQ Contest - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/ce12ba4df2be2d2f11ecee59511835a14b9778aabe3885565d4dfee31a50f732-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc010101-gmir?v=1782259693 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Smoke & Shine Showdown BBQ Contest being held? - **A:** Smoke & Shine Showdown BBQ Contest takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Uptown Shopping Center, 1300 Jadwin,Richland, Washington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Smoke & Shine Showdown BBQ Contest? - **A:** Smoke & Shine Showdown BBQ Contest is organized by Richland Chamber of Commerce . - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Smoke & Shine Showdown BBQ Contest is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Richland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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