The Texas Food Championship is a three-day culinary and entertainment festival packed with nonstop activities. From the moment gates open each morning until the evening headliner concerts, there’s always something happening — whether you’re a competitor, foodie, or festival guest.

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Competition Highlights

• Friday: Kick-off with BBQ chicken, ribs, and dessert turn-ins alongside early culinary competitions. Beverage Tent contests feature Margaritas, Craft Beer, and Texas Whiskey Cocktails.

• Saturday: The biggest day of competition, including BBQ sausage, pork, wild game, open fire, and the Brisket finale. Additional culinary categories like Chef, Bacon, Catch + Cook, and Dessert keep the action rolling. Beverage Tent features Bloody Marys, Sangria, Tiki Cocktails, and the Mixology Grand Finale.

• Sunday: Brunch reception, award ceremony, and closing celebrations.

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Beverage Tent & Lessons

• Daily competitions like Margarita Madness, Bloody Mary Brunch Battle, and Texas Whiskey Throwdown.

• Each paired with an interactive lesson (e.g., Tequila & Mezcal 101, Craft Beer Tasting Basics, Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar, Tiki Cocktail Crafting).

• Guests can sip, learn, and vote in People’s Choice competitions.

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Entertainment & Experiences

• Live Music on multiple stages all weekend long, from acoustic daytime sets to headline evening concerts.

• People’s Choice Tastings across BBQ and culinary categories so the audience gets to judge too.

• Local Vendors, Demos & Family Activities fill the grounds to ensure there’s always something to see, do, and taste.

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​Whether you arrive in the morning for brunch cocktails, come mid-day for BBQ turn-ins, or stay into the evening for brisket and music, the Texas Food Championship delivers a full-day, immersive experience where every hour brings something new.