12TH ANNUAL DJ CARLSON MEMORIAL
BUST N BURN
September 12-13, 2025 • The Farm - 2238 FM 2200 W, Devine, TX 78016
12TH ANNUAL DJ CARLSON MEMORIAL
David "D.J." Carlson or DJ as everyone knew him, was one of the most remarkable individuals anyone ever had the pleasure of meeting. DJ was killed in an automobile accident on November 19, 2012. He was 19 years old when he was taken from us.
D.J. was not your typical teenager; he was the type of young man people were drawn to. He was a remarkable young man with a love of God, family, and friends, making it easy for us to honor him.
The "D.J. Carlson Memorial Fund" is dedicated to helping support high school students in their dream of college education, stimulate and nurture the community youths' natural interest in 4H and FFA and help them to discover the power through agriculture science, community, or the State of Texas. It has also established DJ's Locker benefiting Devine Middle and High School to help with school supplies, uniforms, and much, much more.
BUST N BURN STATE CHAMPIONSHIP 2025
EVENT DETAILS
- Event: 12th Annual DJ Carlson Memorial Bust N Burn State Championship
- Date: September 12-13, 2025
- Location: The Farm - 2238 FM 2200 W, Devine, TX 78016
- Website: Bustnburn.com
- Contact: Misty 830-200-1015
COMPETITION PRICING
- BBQ Cook-Off Entry: $200
- Jackpots (Friday & Saturday): $25 each
- Future of BBQ Kid's Cook: Special category
BBQ COOK-OFF
$200 Entry
CBA Sanctioned BBQ Competition
- 4 MEATS REQUIRED:
- Brisket → Ribs → Pork → Chicken
- State Championship level competition
- Champions Barbecue Alliance sanctioned
JACKPOT CATEGORIES
$25 Each
Friday & Saturday jackpot competitions
- Multiple jackpot opportunities
- Friday and Saturday events
- Additional prize money
- Separate from main competition
FUTURE OF BBQ
Kid's Cook
Special category for young pitmasters
- Youth-focused competition
- Building the next generation
- Special recognition
- Educational opportunity
COMPETITION SCHEDULE
Cook's Meeting
Mandatory meeting for all competing teams
Jackpot Steak
A steak competition with both overall and local chapions
Chef's Choice
Jackpot category - your signature dish
Dessert
Jackpot dessert competition
Jackpot Beans
Saturday jackpot beans competition
Chicken Turn-in
MAIN COMPETITION: Chicken entries due
Ribs Turn-in
MAIN COMPETITION: Ribs entries due
Pork Turn-in
MAIN COMPETITION: Pork entries due
Brisket Turn-in
MAIN COMPETITION: Brisket entries due
Kid's Cook
Future of BBQ - Youth competition
Margaritas
Margarita competition and celebration
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
ENTERTAINMENT
- Karaoke - Show off your vocal skills
- Live Music - Professional entertainment
- Great atmosphere for competitors and spectators
GAMES & ACTIVITIES
- Cornhole Tournament - Competitive cornhole
- Raffle Items - Win great prizes
- Family-friendly activities throughout the event
IMPORTANT COMPETITION INFORMATION
4 MEATS COMPETITION ORDER
Main Competition Turn-in Order:
- 1. Brisket → 2. Ribs → 3. Pork → 4. Chicken
- This is the official order as listed on the flyer
- All four meats required for main BBQ Cook-Off
SATURDAY TURN-IN SCHEDULE
- 12PM: Chicken Turn-in
- 1PM: Ribs Turn-in
- 2PM: Pork Turn-in
- 3PM: Brisket Turn-in
- 4PM: Kid's Cook
- 4:30PM: Margaritas
FRIDAY JACKPOT SCHEDULE
- 6PM: Cook's Meeting (Mandatory)
- 7PM: Locals Only Steak
- 8PM: Chef's Choice
- 9PM: Dessert
CONTACT INFORMATION
- Event Coordinator: Misty
- Phone: 830-200-1015
- Website: Bustnburn.com
- Location: The Farm - 2238 FM 2200 W, Devine, TX 78016
COMPETITION DETAILS
- Entry Fee: $200 for BBQ Cook-Off
- Prize Pool: $5,000 State Championship Payout
- Sanctioning: Champions Barbecue Alliance
- Jackpots: $25 each (Friday & Saturday events)
- Special Categories: Future of BBQ Kid's Cook
JOIN THE COMPETITION
12th Annual DJ Carlson Memorial Bust N Burn - September 12-13, 2025
State Championship Level Competition