The PNWBA is the premier BBQ contest sanctioning body for BBQ contests in the northwest. We sanction events in the Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, California and in western Canada), but we are not limited to these areas. Established in 1991, the PNWBA is the second oldest BBQ association in the nation, with a significant base of cooks, certified judges, and a reputation for excellence in judging and organizing.  Additional information on how to apply for event sanctioning is below.