Welcome to the Goldthwaite State Championship BBQ and Goat Cook-Off!
April 25–26, 2025 | Mike McMahan Park – Goldthwaite, TX

Get ready for a sizzling showdown in the heart of Texas! The Goldthwaite State Championship BBQ and Goat Cook-Off is more than just a competition—it’s a celebration of bold flavors, friendly rivalry, and small-town charm. Whether you're a pitmaster ready to show off your skills or a foodie looking for mouthwatering BBQ and unique eats, this event has something for everyone.

🎶 Live Entertainment:
Join us Friday night for free live music featuring the Dawson Holland Band.
Then come back Saturday for an epic concert with Thomas Babiak opening for Jarrod Morris.
Tickets for Saturday’s concert are just $10, with an optional $10 cooler charge so you can bring your own drinks and kick back in true Texas style.

🐗 Wild Hog Sacking – Saturday, April 26th at 11:00 AM
Get ready for one of the most thrilling and crowd-pleasing events of the weekend! Our Wild Hog Sacking competition kicks off Saturday morning and is open to both youth (13 & under) and adults. Teams of two will test their speed and skill to wrangle wild hogs in a fast-paced showdown with cash jackpots up for grabs. Books open at 10:30 AM and teams can register the day of the event. Entry is $30 per team or $15 per youth team. The top 5 fastest teams move on to the short go, where the fastest team on two head takes the win! Don’t miss this wild, action-packed event—only in Goldthwaite!

🔥 Food, Fun & Competition:
From championship BBQ and goat to local vendors, family-friendly games, and festival fun—this is a weekend you won't want to miss.

📄 Get Involved:
Think you’ve got what it takes to compete or want to be part of the action? We have applications available for:
• Vendors
• Cookers
• Dutch Oven Contestants
• Kids Pork Chop Competition

Links to all applications are available below.

Mark your calendars, grab your lawn chairs, and join us at Mike McMahan Park for a weekend full of flavor, music, and memories!

Cooker Application: HERE

Dutch Oven Application: HERE

Vendor Application: HERE

Kid’s Pork Chop Application: HERE

Sponsor Application: HERE