Saturday, july 25, 2026
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THE 3RD ANNUAL ACF SMOKIN’ BBQ IS SCHEDULED
Saturday, July 25, 2026, join the UW Girls Volleyball Team at the fairgrounds under the grandstands!
Be sure to attend the People’s Choice commencing at 3 p.m. and get served by the University of Wyoming Volleyball Team!
The Backyard teams will compete in a Rib category and an Anything Goes category for the title of Grand Champion Backyard. The Public is INVITED and ENCOURAGED to come out to this great Wyoming barbeque and help select the People’s Choice Award for bragging rights.
This contest will consist of two team events. KCBS professional teams will display KCBS-style BBQ in four meat categories. Chicken, Ribs, Pork, and Brisket will be presented to KCBS-certified BBQ judges for the title of Grand Champion.
BBQ competitors from local areas and across the country will descend upon Laramie, Wyoming, for competition barbeque at this year’s 3rd Annual Albany County Fair Smokin’ BBQ event!
TEAM SIGNUPS
Get signed up TODAY to be part of the fastest-growing barbeque competition in the Rocky Mountain region, located in beautiful Laramie, Wyoming. Electricity is provided at each team’s location. We are excited to have you join us for a long weekend of fun and smoke.
KID’S QUE
Kids’ Que (Ages 10 and Under): This year, we are excited to introduce our very first Kids’ Que competition. Young participants will prepare, cook, and box their own entries in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.
The mission of Kids’ Que is to encourage youth to learn the fundamentals of cooking and barbecue while participating in a fair and age-appropriate competition—helping inspire and build the next generation of BBQ enthusiasts.
PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THE ALBANY COUNTY FAIR ALUMNI ASSOC
Help us support the Albany County Fair Alumni Association – a 501(c)(3) Organization. A portion of the net proceeds from our competition barbeque will be used for scholarships and future ground improvements in Laramie, Wyoming.
The first $1,000 will help fund two scholarships to local high school seniors attending college or a trade school.
CATEGORY SPONSORS
RIBS
We are proud to partner with Ivinson Memorial Hospital for our Ribs category. Serving Wyoming since 1917, Ivinson is known for delivering high-quality, patient-focused care and remains deeply committed to promoting wellness, healing, and a healthier community statewide.
Brisket
Dooley Oil is a trusted, family-owned petroleum distributor based in Laramie, Wyoming, with locations in Casper, Cheyenne, and across Nebraska. We’re proud to have Dooley Oil as our Brisket Sponsor and value their strong support of the ACF Smokin’ BBQ.
Chicken
Maverick Construction brings unmatched quality and excellence to every job site. With a skilled team and a proven track record in both commercial and industrial construction, they consistently deliver results that exceed expectations. Thank you for supporting the ACF Smokin’ BBQ and helping us make this event a success! We’re proud to have Maverick Construction as our Chicken sponsor.
Pork
We’re excited to welcome Smith Beverages as this year’s Pork Sponsor! Based right here in Laramie, Smith Beverages is a locally owned beer distributor known for supporting community events and bringing great flavors to the table. Their support helps make the ACF Smokin’ BBQ bigger and better—thank you, Smith Beverages!
Backyard – overall
Locally owned and operated by Mark Wade, Electrical Solutions is a trusted name in residential, commercial, and agricultural electrical work across southeast Wyoming. Whether it’s new construction, repairs, or system upgrades, Mark and his team are known for quality craftsmanship and reliable service. We’re proud to have community-minded businesses like Electrical Solutions involved in this event!
backyard – ribs
307 Meat Company is a locally owned processing plant and boutique butcher shop based in Laramie, Wyoming. Since 2019, they’ve been proudly serving Wyoming ranchers with top-quality service and USDA-inspected processing for domestic livestock. We’re excited to have 307 Meat Company as our Backyard Ribs Sponsor—thank you for supporting the ACF Smokin’ BBQ and helping us bring great food and community together!
backyard – anything goes
The Human Bean of Laramie is part of a growing national coffee franchise known for great drinks and even better service. Locally owned by Matt and Davina Lockhart, they focus on giving back and treating everyone like “good human beans,” building strong ties in the community. We’re proud to have them as our Backyard Anything Goes Sponsor—thank you for supporting the ACF Smokin’ BBQ and fueling the fun!
people’s Choice
WyoTech is a nationally recognized leader in hands-on technical education, proudly based right here in Laramie. Known for training the next generation of skilled technicians in automotive, diesel, and collision repair, WyoTech is deeply invested in both student success and community involvement. Their commitment to excellence and local pride make them a perfect fit as our People’s Choice Sponsor. Thank you, WyoTech, for your support of the ACF Smokin’ BBQ and for helping us celebrate community and craftsmanship!
TEAM LISTS
CALLING ALL KCBS CERTIFIED JUDGES
Are you Interested in being a KCBS Judge at the second annual ACF Smokin’ BBQ this year? Sign up through the JLP program. Note: You must be in active standing with the KCBS as a Certified BBQ Judge (CBJ).