KOJ - COMPETITOR APPLICATION
KING OF JARS is a controlled competition built to identify the strongest entries under real conditions. Two categories. A limited field of competitors. $20,000 to first place in each, with winners revealed live at a full scale 8PG event in Los Angeles. Entries are due July 25, with kits distributed by August 1.
Each entry moves through a blind, structured process designed to give judges the space to evaluate properly. Judging runs through August 31, with all scoring submitted through secure, kit specific pages. Each category includes 110 judges, made up of 100 judges kits available for purchase and 10 invited judges, with scoring split evenly between 8PG members and invited judges. The competition concludes on September 19 at a full scale 8PG event in Los Angeles, where the winners are revealed live.
Judges kits are delivered in battery operated, temperature controlled coolers to maintain integrity from start to finish. For a full breakdown of submission requirements and structure, download the event deck above, then complete the application below in full. Submission is required for consideration, and the 8PG team will review your entry and follow up directly.
King of Jars
2026 Key Dates
Final Entry Deadline
All entries must be submitted before this date to be considered for judging.
DeadlineJudges Kits Available
Kits available for pickup or delivery to all registered judges.
Pickup / DeliveryJudging Window
The full month of August is open for judges to evaluate and score all entries.
30-Day WindowFinal Scoring Deadline
All judge scores must be submitted by midnight. No late submissions accepted.
Hard CutoffKing of Jars — Live in Los Angeles
Full 8PG event and live awards ceremony.
⭐ Live Event
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