A volunteer staff operated 501c3 non-profit tax exempt organization bbq cook-off team We compete in various local competitions including the Pasadena Cook Off.
The Smokin Guns Cookers is a group of family and friends who love to bbq and serve up a good time. We are always looking for new team members to join us and sponsors to help make everything possible. Est in 2011, we all come from working with other bbq cook teams to join up and create our very own spin on the bbq cook team.
09/07/2026
The Graphic Society got our Duke-level sponsor swag bags together! 🎁
Just a little thank-you for the amazing support that helps make Smokin Guns Cookers happen. We appreciate y’all more than you know!
The Smokin Guns Cookers are getting ready to enjoy Labor Day weekend before we get to work setting up and getting the party started.
The cook-off is right around the corner, and we can’t wait for y’all to come out and taste what these guys got cooking.
Mitch Ivey with Redhead Designs LLC hooks us up with our team swag every year, and we couldn’t be more grateful! 🙌
We appreciate the hard work, creativity, and grind that goes into getting everything done so our team members and Duke Sponsors can represent Smokin Guns Cookers in style. 🔥
Thank you for always taking care of us, Mitch! We appreciate you and everything you do for our team! 🤝
15 years and representing!
Sponsor packets are coming together! 🔥
We’re getting everything ready for our 15th year at the Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo Cook-off, and we couldn’t be more excited.
A huge thank you to everyone who has already supported Smokin Guns Cookers and to those who continue to believe in what we’re building. Every sponsor helps make this weekend possible, and we’re grateful to have such an incredible group behind us.
The cook-off is getting closer, the packets are coming together, and the countdown is ON! 🤠🔥
08/29/2026
🍻 🍺 🍻 🍺 🍻 🍺 🍻 🍺
11 days til move in!!
08/29/2026
They probably don’t want the shout out nor do they do it for the credit but they deserve it!
A HUGE thank you to James & Allison O’Brien for donating our porta cans for the PLSR Cook off!
This is a BIG deal and takes one major expense off our team’s plate!
So thank you both for all of your hard work to this team!
08/28/2026
Shout out to Gerald & Susan Adams for once again supporting the team with a $500 sponsorship!
Thank y’all for continuing to believe in Smokin Guns Cookers and helping make our 15th year even better! We appreciate you! ❤️
08/28/2026
Well Jordan Wiertsema, your support is much appreciated! Hope you can find the humor in this AI FAIL 😂
All jokes aside, thank you for your support to our team! We can’t wait to show our hospitality to you!
08/27/2026
🚨 WE WANT OUR GUEST TO BE AWARE!! 🚨
👜 CLEAR BAG POLICY IN EFFECT AT PLSR THIS YEAR!! 🎒
NEW CLEAR BAG POLICY
To expedite entry and enhance security, only the following bags are permitted:
Approved Bags
Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags not exceeding 12” x 6” x 12”
Clear purses
Clear backpacks
Clear crossbody bags
Clear one-gallon freezer bags
Non-transparent small clutches no larger than 5.5” x 8.5”
Diaper bags are permitted when accompanied by a small child; however, all diaper bags are subject to inspection upon entry.
Prohibited Bags
Non-clear purses
Non-clear backpacks
Large tote bags
Camera, binocular, and other equipment cases
Duffel bags and other oversized bags
For any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the rodeo office at 281-487-0240 or [email protected]
08/27/2026
🎯 SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT 🎯
A huge THANK YOU to Gardner and Martin Inc. - Flags, Flagpoles, Signs, Banners for their continued support of Smokin Guns Cookers!
Year after year, this amazing Pasadena local company generously donates our sponsor banner, helping us proudly showcase the businesses that support our team!
Family-owned and operated since 1984, Gardner & Martin is located right here in Pasadena at 2900 East Sam Houston Pkwy S, Pasadena, TX 77503. 🇺🇸
LOOK FOR THE BIG FLAGS ON BELTWAY!! 👀
08/26/2026
A huge THANK YOU to National Hose & Accessory for coming in as a $2,000 DUKE LEVEL SPONSOR for the Smokin Guns Cookers at the Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo Cook-Off! 🤠🔥
Your generous support helps us continue making our 15th year one to remember! From the cook-off grounds to the party, we are proud to have National Hose & Accessory backing the team!
We appreciate your continued support and are grateful to have you as part of the Smokin Guns family! 🔫🔥
THANK YOU, National Hose & Accessory!
08/22/2026
Is flashback Friday still a thing?!
15 years ago some of our founding members, built one of the bars that we still use to this day!
Back when everyone was planking 😂
08/21/2026
🚨 15 YEARS. ONE AMAZING SPONSOR ‼️
Some sponsors come and go, but some become part of the family!
For all 15 years of our journey at PLSR Cook off, Affinity Hospice has stood beside us and supported our team. That kind of loyalty, generosity, and commitment means more than words can say.
From year one to year fifteen, you’ve helped make this team what it is today. We are incredibly grateful year after year!
THANK YOU, Affinity Hospice, for 15 years of sponsorship and support!
08/19/2026
✅ VIP ADDED!
It’s not too late to become a sponsor and be treated in our VIP section!