2026 Annual BBQ

You’re invited to join United Contractors for our most cherished and widely attended event of the year! Join us at the Alameda County Fairgrounds on Friday, August 7 for the 2026 Annual BBQ.

What began in 1980 as a small gathering of contractors, associates, their office teams, and families has grown into a beloved annual tradition that celebrates our core value: every member matters, no matter the size of their company.

Tickets

Early Bird: $135 (Member)
*First 300 Registrations

Standard: $150 (Member) | $250 (Non-Member)
*Available until 5 pm Thurs, July 31

Onsite: $200 (Member) | $300 (Non-Member)

Sponsorships

Available until 5pm, Thurs, July 16

Why Should You Attend?

• Celebrate UCON’s most iconic tradition with mouthwatering BBQ and taste award-winning chili creations.
• Network with industry peers in a relaxed, festive setting.
• Create lasting memories with colleagues and family at a community-focused event.

Target Audience

Members, associates, and industry partners who value connection and tradition.

Agenda

4:30 pm Registration Opens
5:00 pm Chili Cook-Off Tasting - Voting Begins!
5:45 pm Chili Cook-Off - Voting Ends
6:00 pm Welcome
6:15 pm Chili Cook-Off Awards
6:30 pm Buffet Opens
8:00 pm Event Conclusion

Chili Cook-Off

Lottery will close on March 12 at 12pm. Winners will be notified by March 20.

Lottery winners must sign and return the Chili Cook-Off Rules and Regulations Commitment form by April 10 or forfeit their spot in the competition. Please email Rachel Oraa, roraa@unitedcontractors.org, your signed form. 

All attendees planning to work at the Chili Cook-Off booth must register and pay for a BBQ ticket.

There is no additional fee to enter the Chili Cook-Off.

Refund Policy: For a full refund of your event ticket, please submit a written cancellation request to Rachel, roraa@unitedcontractors.org one week before the event (by July 30). After July 30, name changes can be made to tickets, and cancellations can occur, but refunds are no longer eligible.