What is the PNWBA?

The Pacific Northwest Barbecue Association (PNWBA) is a volunteer-run nonprofit that celebrates and promotes the art of barbecue across the Northwest. We’re dedicated to sharing authentic barbecue traditions through our exciting sanctioned competition events and cooking & judging classes. Our Board of Directors, made up entirely of volunteers, helps keep the flame of barbecue passion burning strong in our community.

BBQ PITMASTERS

Want to take your barbecue skills to the next level? Join the Pacific Northwest BBQ Association (PNWBA) and connect with a lively community of BBQ lovers across the region!

The PNWBA sanctions the best barbecue competitions in the Northwest—giving you a chance to show off your skills, learn from seasoned pros, and enjoy the fun of friendly competition.

Whether you’re an experienced pitmaster or just getting started, you’ll find the tools, classes, and support you need to grow. Come join the excitement and start your BBQ adventure with the PNWBA today!

BBQ JUDGES

Love great barbecue and open to exploring new flavors? The Pacific Northwest BBQ Association (PNWBA) invites you to become a certified BBQ tasting judge! We offer hands-on training and certification to ensure our competitions are fair, fun, and—most importantly—delicious.

Join us and experience the best BBQ the Northwest has to offer while playing an important part in the judging process. Learn more today and start your journey as a certified PNWBA BBQ judge!

Event Organizers

Want to make your event stand out? Host a sanctioned BBQ competition with the Pacific Northwest BBQ Association (PNWBA)! We’ll guide you through every step to help make your event a success.

A PNWBA-sanctioned competition attracts top BBQ teams and certified judges from local, regional, national, and even international levels—bringing excitement, flavor, and fun to your community.

Find out more about how to sanction your competition with the PNWBA today!