# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Smoke on the Water
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 am – Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Smoke On The Water 2026
October 9 & 10 | Lake Shawnee Campground, Topeka, KS
Presented by Shawnee County Parks + Recreation and the Parks For All Foundation
Get ready for a weekend packed with flavor, fire and fun at Smoke on the Water, Topeka’s ultimate lakeside barbecue competition! Whether you are a seasoned pit master, backyard BBQ enthusiast or just here for the mouthwatering food and good vibes, this two-day festival has something for everyone.
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Kansas City Barbeque Society Information
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Competitions:
KCBS Master’s Series BBQ Contest
Test your skills against top-tier teams in this Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned competition.
• Early Bird Entry Fee: $250 per team (Price goes up July 4!)
• Includes full hookup campsite for Friday night
• Categories: Chicken (Noon), Ribs (12:30 p.m.), Pork Butt (1 p.m.), Brisket (1 p.m.)
• Optional early check-in (Thursday) and late checkout (Sunday) available for an additional fee

Outlaw Backyard BBQ Contest
A perfect fit for passionate amateurs looking to show off their grill game.
• Entry Fee: $150 per team
• Includes basic campsite for Friday night
• Categories: Chicken (Noon), Ribs (12:30 p.m.)
• Unsanctioned but full of flavor and bragging rights
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Smoke on the Water Showcase – Open to the Public
Friday, October 9 | 12 p.m.-10 p.m.,
• Live music
• BBQ and food trucks
• Retail vendors
• Cold drinks and a family-friendly atmosphere
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Make It a Weekend
Enjoy all that Lake Shawnee has to offer:
• Lake Shawnee Golf Course
• Ted Ensley Gardens
• Fishing, paddling, scenic trails and more!
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Key Times & Info
• Team Check-In: Friday, October 9 at 8:00 a.m.
• Awards Ceremony: Saturday, October 10 at 3:00 p.m. (tentative)
• Optional early check-in: Thursday, October 8 at 2:00 p.m.
• Optional late checkout: Sunday, October 11 by Noon
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Registration & Contact
Contact: Dustyn Whyte
dustyn.whyte@snco.us
785-251-6881
Register online, by phone or in person at any Shawnee County Parks + Recreation location. Stay tuned to our website for updates, vendor info, contest registration and more. 


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- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tecumseh/smoke-on-the-water/200030393564109
- **Event Categories**: contests, music, trips-adventures, sports, festivals, workshops, live-music, food-drinks, entertainment, food-truck-festivals, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 340

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Tecumseh
- **state**: KS
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Lake Shawnee Campground
- **lat**: 39.004602411291
- **long**: -95.623195896935
- **full address**: Lake Shawnee Campground, Tecumseh, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Smoke on the Water being held?
  - **A:** Smoke on the Water takes place on Fri, 09 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 am to Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Lake Shawnee Campground, Tecumseh, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Smoke on the Water?
  - **A:** Smoke on the Water is organized by Shawnee County Parks + Recreation.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Smoke on the Water is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Tecumseh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 340+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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