World Series of Barbecue Sauce Contest

American Royal World Series of Barbecue® Sauce Contest We’re out to name the best of the best. The World Series of Barbecue Sauce Contest is the largest sauce competition in the world and we can’t wait to see who is crowned champion. World Series of Barbecue Sauce Contest- Information Packet 2026 Sauce Contest Registration 2026 Timeline: April 1, 2026 – Online Registration Closes April 3, 2026 – Submission Arrival Deadline (entries must be received) April 9, 2026 – Sauce Contest Judging By April 15, 2026 – Results Posted Online Ship Entries To: American Royal Association Attn: BBQ Sauce Contest 1701 American Royal Court Kansas City, MO 64102 Registration Fees: 1 entry: $75 2 entries: $65 each 3+ entries: $60 each  Categories: Mild, Hot, Mustard, Vinegar, Specialty Payouts in Each Category: 1st Place | $500 2nd Place | $250 3rd Place | $125 Overall Winner | $1,000 2025 Results: 2025 Results: Sauce Results- Tomato Hot Sauce Results- Tomato Mild Sauce Results- Vinegar Sauce Results- Specialty Sauce Results- Mustard