The Byron BBQ Fest is officially in the books, and what a wonderful weekend it was!
It was such a joy to see everyone who came out to participate — and especially to reconnect with teams who make this contest their one stop each year. That makes Byron extra special!
A heartfelt thank you to Selina Hall and the Byron Welcome Center for the fabulous hospitality at North Peach Park. We couldn’t have asked for a better setting.
Behind the scenes, Brian Bond and Ewa Belcastro kept the scoring running smoothly, while Edward Vesely stepped up as Assistant Rep, supporting Jerry Belcastro and Jim Dehne as they gained more experience as Rep Trainees. The teamwork made for a smooth and enjoyable weekend all around. Most of all, a big thank you to every single team who fired up their pits, braved the weekend, and made this contest such a fun and spirited event. Your dedication and passion for BBQ are what make gatherings like this so memorable.
Chicken Results: 1st Place-Dad’s BBQ; 2nd Place-Free Smokers BBQ; 3rd Place-K&E Little Smokers
Pork Results: 1st Place-K&E Little Smokers; 2nd Place-Gittin’ Piggie Widit; 3rd Place-Smokin’ Deez Butts
Ribs Results: 1st Place-Rat Daddy BBQ; 2nd Place-Flyin’ B BBQ; 3rd Place-Heavy Metal Hogz
Stew Results: 1st Place-K&E Little Smokers
THANK YOU to our 2025 Georgia BBQ Association TEAM of the YEAR Sponsors- A BETTER BUILT FENCE CO .& DEXTER MEAT CO
