This year, we’re going bigger! In addition to our annual adult competition, we are adding a KID’S QUE! Open to kids ages 8 - 15. We had our inaugural Kid’s Que in June and the kids had such a great experience that they begged us to do another one.

Kids will wow the judges with burgers and a s’mores dessert. Entry is $50 and the protein is generously donated by Palmer’s Direct To You Market.

Register Now!

What: Grills Mafia Backyard BBQ Throwdown 2026

When: Saturday, September 7, 2026

Where: Palmer’s Direct To You, 900 Jefferson Road, Rochester, NY 14623

Time: Load in at 8 am | Awards at 5 pm

Proteins: Rib Eye and Chicken Wings | Dessert: Anything goes!

Please review the rules for complete information.

Watch highlights from last year’s event.

Whether you're just getting started or consider yourself a grill master, the Grills Mafia BBQ Throwdown is for any cook with a passion for great que.

Join the fun and test your skills against fellow backyard grillers.

Teams (1-2 people) will wow judges by grilling steak, chicken wings, and a dessert dish of their choice (anything goes!).

Palmer’s Direct To You Market will supply the rib eyes and chicken wings. Competitors will supply the pumpkin ingredients.

This year, proceeds will benefit Veteran’s Outreach Center of Rochester.

Produced by Grills Mafia and Que 42 BBQ!