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2026 Camden Daffodil Festival Rib Cookoff

03/14/2026

145 Jefferson St. SW, Camden, Arkansas 71701

Camden Daffodil Festival Rib Cookoff

Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Historic Camden Daffodil Festival
Address:
145 Jefferson St. SW
Camden, Arkansas 71701

🍖 Competition Category

St. Louis–Style Ribs

💰 Entry Fee

$100

🏆 Payouts

1st Place: $1,000

2nd Place: $500

3rd Place: $300

⏰ Event Timeline

Move-In: 9:00 AM

Cooks Meeting: 10:00 AM

Judges Meeting: 2:00 PM

Rib Turn-In: 3:00–3:30 PM

Awards: 4:00 PM

🚚 Cook Info

Trailers welcomed

No electricity provided

No meat inspection

👥 Event Contacts

Promoter: Brittney
📞 501-428-9628

RCOA Rib Rep: Dirk Mullins
📞 580-334-5928

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BBQ Rib Showdown

03/23/2024

SPJST Lodge 29 Taylor, 5025 FM619, Taylor, Texas 76574

Entry Fee - $100
Age Limit: 14+

1st-5th Place: Custom Trophy + Cash Prize
Places 6th - 10th Place: Certificate
80% Payout + Added Money

PORK SPARE RIBS ONLY!!!

Cooks meeting: 8 am
Turn in 2 pm
Awards 3 pm
Register here: https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/BGMQKMVQARQ6A

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2026 Bash on the Bricks

03/28/2026

100 Central Ave, Strawn, Texas

Bash on the Bricks

Date:
March 28, 2026
(Friday setup welcome)

Host / Beneficiary:
Strawn Area Chamber of Commerce

EVENT LOCATION

Address:
100 Central Ave
Strawn, Texas

Contacts:

Jerry Mazanec: 254-723-3588

Mike McCoy: 254-413-3382

ENTRY FEES

Ribs: $125 per rib entry

St. Louis Style ONLY

Ancillary – Chicken Wings: $50

SCHEDULE

Move-In Time: 6:00 AM

Cook’s Meeting: 9:00 AM

Judge’s Meeting: 12:00 PM

Chicken Wings Turn-In: 1:00 – 1:30 PM

Rib Turn-In “A” (Spare Rib): 2:00 – 2:30 PM

Rib Turn-In “B” (Spare Rib): 3:00 – 3:30 PM

Awards: 4:30 PM

PAYOUTS
🏆 Rib Payouts (A & B Combined)

1st Place: $1,000 + Trophy

2nd Place: $500 + Trophy

3rd Place: $300 + Trophy

4th Place: $250

5th Place: $150

6th – 10th Place: $50 each

🍗 Chicken Wing Payouts

1st Place: $200 + Trophy

2nd Place: $100 + Trophy

3rd Place: $75 + Trophy

4th Place: $50

5th Place: $35

GRAND CHAMPION

Grand Champion Trophy awarded for Overall Top Score

All three scores combined to determine winner

Must be entered in both ribs & wings

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Free continental breakfast donated by Strawn Cakes & Bakes

Trophies donated by 1836 & Co

Grand Champion Trophy donated by Monogram Proper

All trailers welcome

No electricity provided

All proceeds benefit the Strawn Area Chamber of Commerce

Promoter Contact: Jerry Mazanec – 254-723-3588

PUBLIC ACTIVITIES

Join in on the fun!

Bingo

Raffle

Food trucks

Live entertainment

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DeSoto Wings and Ribs Competition and Festival

04/06/2024

8267 Goodman Road Olive Branch, MS. 38654

NO MEAT INSPECTION. Trailers are allowed. Entry Fee for Ribs only $100; Traditional Wings only $150; Unique Wings only $150; Ribs and Traditional Wings $200; Ribs and Unique Wings $200; Unique and Traditional Wings $200; Ribs, Traditional and Unique Wings $250; People's Choice (wings) $50; Age limit 14 years old. Payouts: RIBS
1st: $800
2nd: $400
3rd: $300
4th: $200
5th: $150
6th-10th: $100
Traditional Wings
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100
Unique Wings
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100
People's Choice will be 50/50 split Load in: 7-10am; 9:30am Cooks meeting for Ribs and Wings; 11am People's Choice Wings Tasting begins; 1pm Turn in Traditional Wings; 1:30pm Turn in Unique Wings; 2pm Turn in Ribs; 2:30pm People's Choice Tasting Ends; 3:30pm Awards

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2026 Quen at the lake

04/11/2026

343 Ealum Ave
Ketchum, OK
74349

Que’n at the lake!

Date

April 11, 2026

Location

343 Ealum Ave
Ketchum, OK
74349

Entry Fees

Baby Backs — $150

St. Louis Style — $150

Ancillary Steak — $75

Kids Grilled Cheese — FREE ENTRY

Promoter

Scott Brown
918-782-8348
browngrandlake@att.net

RCOA Rep

Dirk Mullins
580-334-5928

Payouts
Rib Each Contest

1st — $1000

2nd — $600

3rd — $500

4th — $400

5th — $300

6th — $250

7th — $225

8th — $200

9th — $175

10th — $150

Steak Ancillary

1st — $400

2nd — $250

3rd — $200

4th — $150

5th — $100

Kids Grilled Cheese

1st — $100

2nd — $90

3rd — $80

4th — $70

5th — $60

6th — $50

7th — $40

8th — $30

9th — $20

10th — $10

Timeline

Move In — 6:30 AM

Cooks Meeting — 9:00

Judges Meeting — 11:00

Kids Grilled Cheese — 12:00–12:15

Steak Turn In — 1:00–1:30

Rib A St. Louis — 2:00–2:30

Rib B Baby Back — 3:00–3:30

Awards — 4:00 PM

Event Notes

Trailers Welcomed

No Electricity

No Meat Inspection

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J Bar C Cowboy Church Rib Cookoff

04/18/2025

230 E FM 813, Palmer, TX 75152

Event Information:

Event Name: J Bar C Cowboy Church Rib Cookoff

Date: April 18, 2025

Location: 230 E FM 813, Palmer, TX 75152

Competition Details:
Category: St. Louis Style Ribs
Entry Fee: $125

Payout: 100% of entry fees after expenses.

Schedule:
Move-in Time: 7:00 AM
Cooks Meeting: 3:00 PM
Judge’s Meeting: 6:00 PM
Rib Turn-in: 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Awards Ceremony: 9:00 PM

Contacts:
Rep: Dirk Mullins – 580-334-5928
Promoter: Brian Parker – bkparker12@gmail.com

Additional Information:
Trailers are welcome
No electricity or water will be provided

Also, a dinner will be provided for FREE for the cooks.

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2026 Lakeviews and BBQ - RIB COOKOFF ASSOCIATION CONTEST - Friday

04/24/2026

Sequoyah Bay State Park in Wagoner, Oklahoma

🔥 LAKEVIEWS & BBQ — RIB COOKOFF ASSOCIATION CONTEST 🔥

Mark your calendars and fire up the pits!
Join us April 24–25, 2026 at beautiful Sequoyah Bay State Park in Wagoner, Oklahoma for LakeViews & BBQ, a Rib Cookoff Association–sanctioned event benefiting the Wagoner Lions Club.

This two-day cookoff brings together great BBQ, lake views, friendly competition, and serious payouts — all with the RCOA #1 Rule: Have Fun!

🥩 CATEGORIES
• Wings (A & B)
• Ribs
 – Rib A: St. Louis Style (NO Sauce)
 – Rib B: Baby Backs

💰 PAYOUTS
✔️ Ribs (A & B): Up to $750 for 1st
✔️ Wings (A & B): Double payouts
✔️ Trophies for top finishers

🕒 SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS
Friday: Move-in, wings turn-ins & awards
Saturday: FREE cooks breakfast, rib turn-ins & awards

🚐 Trailers welcome | ⚡ Limited electric available
📋 Rules & registration online

👉 Sign up now:
🌐 www.ribcookoffassociation.com

📍 Sequoyah Bay State Park
📅 April 24–25, 2026

📞 Promoter: Samantha Call | 918-577-1772

Come cook, compete, and enjoy the lake — this one’s going to be special.
#RibCookoffAssociation #LakeViewsAndBBQ #CooksForCooks #HaveFun #BBQCompetition #WagonerOK

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Tunica Rivergate Festival BBQ Contest

04/26/2025

1229 Main Street, Tunica Mississippi 38676

Tunica Rivergate Festival BBQ Contest
Date: April 26, 2025
Location: 1229 Main Street, Tunica MS
Entry Fee:

$100 per team for all categories
Categories:

Baby Back Ribs
Grilled Wings
Anything Beef
Payouts:

1st Place Overall: $250
2nd Place Overall: $150
3rd Place Overall: $100
Awards for Categories:

Ribs, Wings, Anything Beef:
1st place: Trophy
2nd place: Trophy
3rd place: Trophy
Timeline:

Thursday, April 24, 2025:
Reception at 5:45 PM (2 people per team)
6:00 PM on Thursday with BBQ teams choosing spots at 5:45 PM

Friday, April 25, 2025:
Move in continues.

Saturday, April 26, 2025:
Move In at 8:00 AM
Cook's Meeting at 9:00 AM
Judge's Meeting at 11:00 AM

Turn-in Times:
Grilled Wings: 12:00 PM
Anything Beef: 1:00 PM
Baby Back Ribs: 2:00 PM
Awards at 3:00 PM

Trailers are welcome
No electricity provided

Must be 14 years old to cook ribs.

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First Annual Warriors for Freedom BBQ Battle

05/02/2025

1201 N. Mustang Rd., Mustang, OK 73064

First Annual Warriors for Freedom BBQ Battle:

Event Date: May 2nd, 2025

Location: 1201 N. Mustang Rd., Mustang, OK 73064

Host: Mustang Parks and Recreation

Beneficiary: All proceeds will benefit Warriors for Freedom

Timeline:

12:00 PM: Move In

2:00 PM: Cooks Meeting

4:00 PM: Judges Meeting

5:00 – 5:30 PM: Rib A (Baby Back) Turn-In

6:00 – 6:30 PM: Rib B (St. Louis) Turn-In

7:15 PM: Awards

Entry Fees: $100

Payouts:

🏆 Rib A: Baby Backs
🏆 Rib B: St. Louis Style
For each category, the following payouts apply:

🥇 1st Place: $1,000 + Trophy

🥈 2nd Place: $500 + Trophy

🥉 3rd Place: $250 + Trophy

🏅 4th Place: $100 + Trophy

🏅 5th–10th Place: $50 + Trophy

Contest Types: Double Rib Contest (Rib A: Baby Backs, Rib B: St. Louis Style)

Promoter: Mustang Parks & Recreation

Representative: David Russell (Contact: 405-376-4521 ext. 1219)

Additional Notes: Trailers welcome, limited electricity available

Website for Sign up and Rules: www.ribcookoffassociation.com

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2026 2nd Annual Warriors for Freedom BBQ Battle

05/02/2026

Mustang, OK

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2026 Rock N Ribs Battle of the Bones

05/09/2026

Camp QYB, 540 Shady Oaks Dr., Runaway Bay, Texas

ROCK ‘N RIBS

Benefiting
Abby’s Joy
www.abbyjoy.com

Event Date & Location

May 9, 2026 at Camp QYB
540 Shady Oaks Dr., Runaway Bay, Texas

Entry Fees

St. Louis Dry Ribs (No Sauce) – $125

St. Louis Sauced Ribs – $125

Kid’s Q – Kids Choice – $20

Schedule

7:00 am – Move In

9:00 am – Cook’s Meeting

Kid’s Q Turn In – 12–12:30

Dry Rib Turn In – 1–1:30

Sauced Rib Turn In – 2–2:30

Awards – 3 pm

Payouts

Kid’s Q Payout – 100%

Rib Payouts:

1st – $700

2nd – $600

3rd – $400

4th – $300

5th – $200

6th – $200

7th – $150

8th – $150

9th – $150

10th – $150

Additional Information

TRAILERS WELCOME!

Some 30 & 50 AMP connections & RV dry spots

CampQYB.com

Use code RR26 for discounted rates

Contacts

PROMOTER:
Kelly Bramlet – 940-577-1187

REP:
Justin West – (940) 577-9543

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Longhorn Showdown Cookoff

05/25/2024

Jones, Oklahoma

Must be 14 years old to cook Ribs, Steak and Sausage. 14 and under will cook KidsQ. No meat inspection. Trailers are allowed. Entry fees: Ribs:$125, Steak: $50, Blue & Gold Sausage (provided): $25, Kids Q Wings: $25. Turn in times and Payouts listed on flyer. Cooks must enter all 3 categories to be eligible to win the Grand Champion Longhorn Trophy and Cash Prize

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2026 Rhythm and Ribs

06/06/2026

Blanchard, Oklahoma

Details coming soon!

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J&C BBQ Ribs & Rides Block Party

06/14/2025

525 S. Main Street, Lebanon OR 97355

Entry Fees:
$125 – St. Louis Style Ribs
$75 – Wings

Payouts:

St. Louis Style Ribs:
1st Place: $700 + Trophy
2nd Place: $400 + Trophy
3rd Place: $300 + Trophy
4th Place: $200
5th–10th Place: $100 each

Ancillary Category – Wings:
1st Place: $300 + Trophy
2nd Place: $200 + Trophy
3rd Place: $100 + Trophy

Timeline:
Move In: 7:00 AM
Cooks Meeting: 9:00 AM
Judges Meeting: 12:00 PM
Wing Turn In: 1:00 PM
Rib Turn In A: 2:00 PM
Awards Ceremony: 3:30 PM

Notes:
All trailers are welcome
No electricity or water will be provided

Contacts:
Rep: Dirk Mullins – (558) 334-5928
Promoter: Christina Poteet – (541) 570-1092
Email: jcwoodfirebbq@gmail.com

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2026 Hawks Bluff Farm & Campground

06/20/2026

10346 Murphy Road, Blackwell, Missouri 63626

Hawks Bluff Farm & Campground
1st Annual Rib Cookoff

📅 June 20, 2026
📍 10346 Murphy Road, Blackwell, Missouri 63626

🔥 Categories

Ribs (Baby Back & St. Louis Style)

Wings

BBQ Sauce

💵 Entry Fees

Ribs: $125 (includes Baby Back & St. Louis)

Wings: $50

BBQ Sauce: $15

🏆 Payouts
Ribs A & B

1st: $1,000

2nd: $400

3rd: $300

5th–10th: $100 each

Wings

1st: $250

2nd: $150

3rd: $100

BBQ Sauce

1st: $100

2nd: $50

3rd: $25

⏰ Schedule

Move-In (Optional): June 19 – 8:00 AM

Move-In (Contest Day): June 20 – 7:00 AM

Cooks Meeting: 8:00 AM

Judges Meeting: 11:00 AM

Sauce Turn-In: 12:00–12:30 PM

Wings Turn-In: 1:00–1:30 PM

Ribs A Turn-In: 2:00–2:30 PM

Ribs B Turn-In: 3:00–3:30 PM

Awards: 4:30 PM

🚐 Site Info

Trailers welcome

RV sites available

Limited electric

No meat inspection

🎶 Extras

Live music & local vendors

Family-friendly fun

Campfire at sunset

📞 Contacts

Event Contact: Elizabeth Sayre – 573-366-3766

RCOA Rib Rep: Dirk Mullins – 580-334-5928

❤️ Giving Back

A portion of proceeds benefits Veterans

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The Ohio Classic Rib Cook Off

06/21/2025

116 N. Main Street, Englewood, Ohio, 45322

The Ohio Classic Rib Cook Off will be held at 116 N. Main Street, Englewood, Ohio, 45322.

The event features competitions in two categories: ribs and wings, with entry fees of $150 for ribs and $50 for wings.

Payouts for the Spare Ribs category are: 1st: $1000 + Trophy 2nd: $500 + Trophy 3rd: $250 + Trophy 4th: $150 + Certificate 5th: $125 + Certificate 6th-10th: Certificate

Payouts for the Wings category are: 1st: $200 + Trophy 2nd: $100 + Trophy 3rd: $50 + Trophy

The timeline for the event is as follows:

6:00 AM: Move In
8:00 AM: Cooks Meeting
11:00 AM: Judges Meeting
12:00-12:15 PM: Ancillary Turn In
2:00-2:30 PM: Rib Turn In
3:30 PM: Awards

The promoter listed is Sean H Stephens (seanhstephens52@gmail.com) and phone number (614-984-9705).

Dirk Mullins is the Rib Rep, with his phone number (580-334-5928).

Additional details include:

Trailers are welcome, but there is no electricity available.

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2026 Limpbrizkit 4th of July Bash

06/27/2026

Ryan, Oklahoma

Coming soon!

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Red River Classic

03/15/2024

2526 S. Commerce Ardmore OK. 73401

Entry Fee - $100 Age limit 14 years old.

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NBBQA Rib Wrangler

03/27/2026

636 Farrell Parkway, Nashville, TN 37220

This event features St. Louis Style Ribs, with each entry costing $125. There is a payout through 10 places, with prizes ranging from $1,000 for 1st place to $100 for 10th place.

Friday, March 27th Schedule:

Move-in: 2:00–4:00 PM

Cook’s Meeting: 4:30 PM

Judge’s Meeting: 7:30 PM

Rib Turn-in: 7:45–8:15 PM

Awards: 9:00 PM

Saturday, March 28th Schedule:

Check-in: 7:00 AM

Cook’s Meeting: 9:30 AM

Judge’s Meeting: 12:00 PM

Rib Turn-in: 2:00–2:30 PM

Awards: 6:00 PM

Additional details include:

Trailers are welcome

No electricity is provided

No meat inspection required

Event Contacts:

Promoter: NBBQA, 800-385-0002

RCOA Rep: Dirk Mullins, 580-334-5928

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2026 PORKMANIA

04/04/2026

6941 S. 68th Street, Franklin, WI 53132

🐖 PORKMANIA 2026

Sanctioned by: Rib Cookoff Association

📅 Date

April 4, 2026

📍 Location

6941 S. 68th Street

Franklin, WI 53132

Bring your own meat

No meat inspection

💵 Entry Fees

$125 per category

🏆 Categories & Payouts
Ribs A & B

1st Place: $700

2nd Place: $400

3rd Place: $300

4th Place: $200

5th Place: $100

Polish Sausage

1st Place: $700

2nd Place: $400

3rd Place: $300

4th Place: $200

5th Place: $100

⏱ Event Timeline

Move-In: 6:00 AM

Cooks Meeting: 8:00 AM

Judges Meeting: 11:00 AM

Ancillary Turn-In: 12:00 – 12:30 PM

Rib A Turn-In: 1:00 – 1:30 PM

Rib B Turn-In: 2:00 – 2:30 PM

Awards: 3:30 PM

🚚 Site Rules & Amenities

Trailers welcomed

No electricity provided

👤 Promoter

Joseph Parajecki

Phone: 262-957-7546

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Eclipse Moon Over the Saline

04/06/2024

406 Fairfield Road, Benton, Arkansas 72015

Double Rib Cookoff. Must be 14 years old to cook. Each cook is $100 each

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QUE'N AT THE LAKE

04/12/2025

343 W. Ealum Avenue, Ketchum, OK 74349

"Que'n at the Lake" event:

Event Date and Location:

Date: April 12, 2025
Address: 343 W Ealum Ave., Ketchum, OK 74349
Contest Details:

Ribs Contest: $125 per Rib Entry
Payouts:
1st: $1000
2nd: $500
3rd: $300
4th: $200
5th: $150
6th-10th: $100 each
Ancillary Contest (Chicken Wings): $50 Entry
Payouts:
1st: $250
2nd: $150
3rd: $100
Kids Q Contest (Hot Dogs): $25 Entry
Payouts:
1st: $50
2nd: $40
3rd: $30
4th: $20
5th-10th: $10 each
Event Schedule:

Move in Time: 7:00 AM
Cooks Meeting: 9:00 AM
Judges' Meeting: 11:00 AM
Kids Q Turn In: 12:00-12:30 PM
Ancillary Turn In: 1:00-1:30 PM
Rib Turn In A: 2:00-2:30 PM
Rib Turn In B: 3:00-3:30 PM
Awards: 4:30 PM
Event Features:

Jump house for kids
Food trucks
Arts and craft booths
Officials:

Reps: Dirk Mullins
Promoter: Scott Brown (Contact: 580-334-5928, browngrandlake@att.net)
General Information:

All trailers are welcome.
No electricity or water will be provided.

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DeSoto Wings and Ribs Competition and Festival

04/19/2025

Olive Branch City Park, 8267 Goodman Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654

Must be 14 years old to cook. DeSoto Wings and Ribs Competition and Festival scheduled for April 19, 2025, in Olive Branch, Mississippi.

Entry Fees:

RIBS ($100 - Must provide 6 ribs for judging)

TRADITIONAL WINGS ($150 - Must provide 10 wings for judging) - 5 drummies and 5 flats

UNIQUE WINGS ($150 - Must provide 10 wings for judging) - 5 drummies and 5 flats

TRADITIONAL WINGS & UNIQUE WINGS ($200) - Must provide 10 wings for judging) - 5 drummies and 5 flats

RIBS & TRADITIONAL WINGS ($200)

RIBS & UNIQUE WINGS ($200)

RIBS & TRADITIONAL WINGS & UNIQUE WINGS ($250)

PEOPLE’S CHOICE ($50 - WINNER TAKES HALF! (Must provide 300 wings for judging)

Schedule:

7:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Load In
9:00 AM: Cooks Meeting
11:00 AM: People's Choice Tasting Begins
1:00 PM: Turn in Traditional Wings
2:00 PM: Turn in Unique Wings
3:00 PM: Turn in Ribs
2:30 PM: People's Choice Tasting Ends
4:00 PM: Awards

Cash Prizes:

Ribs:
1st: $800
2nd: $400
3rd: $300
4th: $200
5th: $150
6th-10th: $100

Traditional Wings:
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100

Unique Wings:
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100

People's Choice Wings: 50/50 Split

All proceeds benefit the DeSoto County Dream Center, Inc.

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Lake Views & BBQ

04/25/2025

6237 E 100th St N, Wagoner, OK
Venue: Sequoyah Bay State Park

Lake Views & BBQ"

Date: April 25, 2025

Location: Sequoyah Bay State Park, 6237 E 100th St N, Wagoner, OK 74467

Hosted By: Wagoner Co. Lions Club

Entry Fees: $125 for ribs and $50 for wings

Payouts for Ribs:

1st Place: $1000 + Trophy
2nd Place: $500
3rd Place: $400
4th Place: $300
5th Place: $200
6th to 10th Place: $100 each

Payouts for Wings:

1st Place: $250
2nd Place: $125
3rd Place: $75

Event Timeline:

8:00 AM: Move In
3:00 PM: Cooks Meeting
4:30 PM: Judges Meeting
5:30 PM: Wing Turn In
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM: Rib Turn In
8:00 PM: Awards
Contacts:

Promoter: Samantha Call, 918-577-1772, wagnerlionsclub@gmail.com
Rep: Kathy Street, 918-906-7928

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Lake Views and BBQ Rib Cookoff Contest Saturday event

04/26/2025

6237 E 100th St N, Wagoner, OK 74467

"Lake Views and BBQ" taking place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Sequoyah Bay State Park, located at 6237 E 100th St N, Wagoner, OK 74467. It's organized by the Wagoner Lions Club.

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025

Location: Sequoyah Bay State Park, Wagoner, OK

Rib Contest Details:
Categories:

Rib A (Babybacks) - Entry fee: $125

Rib B (St. Louis) - Entry fee: $125

Rib A & B - Entry fee: $200 (Eligible for Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Champion)

Rib Payouts:

1st Place: $1000 + Trophy

2nd Place: $500

3rd Place: $400

4th Place: $300

5th Place: $200

6th-10th Place: $100 each

Grand Champion: $500 + Trophy

Reserve Grand Champion: $300 + Trophy

Schedule:
7:00 AM: Move In

9:00 AM: Cooks Meeting

1:00-1:30 PM: Rib A Turn In

2:00-2:30 PM: Rib B Turn In

3:30 PM: Awards

Additional Information:
Trailer's Welcome: Limited Electricity

Promoter: Samantha Lill (Contact Number: 918-577-1772, Email: wagonerlionsclub@gmail.com)

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O' So Good BBQ Festival Rib Cookoff

05/02/2025

Cleveland, Alabama

O' So Good BBQ Festival Rib Cookoff" held at the Blount County Multi-Purpose Center, located at 6700 County Highway 1, Cleveland, Alabama 35049.

St. Louis style ribs with an entry fee of $125.

1st place: $1,000
2nd place: $500
3rd place: $400
4th place: $300
5th place: $200
6th to 10th place: $100 each

Move-in at 7:00 AM
Cooks meeting at 2:00 PM
Judges' meeting at 6:00 PM
Rib turn-in from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Awards at 8:00 PM

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Swine in the Vines Rib Cook Off and Wing Contest

05/03/2025

11000 South Woodland St., Olathe, KS 66061

Swine in the Vines Rib Cook Off and Wing Contest organized by the Rib Cookoff Association, set to take place on May 3, 2025, at 11000 South Woodland St., Olathe, KS 66061. Here are the key details:

Payouts for Ribs:

1st Place: $1000
2nd Place: $500
3rd Place: $300
4th Place: $200
5th Place: $150
6th-10th Places: $100 each
Payouts for Wings:

1st Place: $500
2nd Place: $300
3rd Place: $200
4th Place: $150
5th Place: $100
Entry Fees:

St. Louis Style Rib: $125
Wings: $75
Schedule:

7:00 AM: Move In
9:00 AM: Cooks Meeting & Meat Pickup
1:00 PM: Judges Meeting
2-2:30 PM: Wing Turn In
3-3:30 PM: Rib Turn In
4:30 PM: Awards
Special Note:

Pork ribs will be provided by Hat Creek Butchery for St. Louis style entries.
Promoter:

Taylor Jezik
Email: eventplanning.taylorjezik@gmail.com
Rep:

Dirk Mullins
Contact phone: 580-334-5928
Additional Information:

Trailers welcome
No electricity available

Sponsors
Taylor Jezik Events

Hat Creek Butchery

Rib Cookoff Association

Smoke on the Trails BBQ

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2026 The Longhorn Showdown

05/23/2026

Jones, Oklahoma

Details coming soon!

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Que for the Red, White & Blue

05/30/2026

English Landing Park – Parkville, MO

Que for the Red, White & Blue

📍 English Landing Park – Parkville, MO
📅 May 30th, 2026

✅ Categories

Double Rib (Baby Backs & St. Louis)

Chicken Wing Ancillary

💲 Entry Fees

$125 per Rib (Baby Back & St. Louis each)

$50 for Chicken Wing

🏆 Payouts

Ribs A & B (each category):

1st – $1,000

2nd – $500

3rd – $400

4th – $300

5th – $200

6th–10th – $100 each

Chicken Wings:

1st – $200

2nd – $100

3rd – $60

4th – $40

5th–10th – $20 each

Overall:

1st – $1,000

2nd – $500

3rd – $400

4th – $300

5th – $200

6th–10th – $100 each

📋 Schedule of Events

6:30 AM – Move In

8:00 AM – Cooks Meeting

11:00 AM – Judges Meeting

12:00–12:30 PM – Chicken Wing Turn-In

1:00–1:30 PM – Baby Back Turn-In

2:00–2:30 PM – St. Louis Turn-In

4:00 PM – Awards

⚡ No electricity provided
🚫 No trailers allowed

🎯 Cause

Proceeds will benefit the Veterans Relief Fund

📞 Contacts

Promoter: Kevin Heese
📧 kevin.heese@gmail.com
| 📱 816-800-1455

Rep: Bradley Vollmer
📧 bradley.vollmer@gmail.com
| 📱 573-690-0978

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2026 Route 66 Rib Cookoff Festival

06/13/2026

Elk City, Oklahoma

Details coming soon!

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Phelps County Ribfest at Gutterz Fun Center

06/14/2025

227 Denver St., Holdrege, NE 68949

📍 227 Denver St., Holdrege, NE 68949
📅 June 14, 2025
💥 More Teams = Increased Payouts!

💰 ENTRY FEES:
Ribs (St. Louis Style) – $125

Wings – $50

Steak – $50

🏆 PRIZE PAYOUTS:
Rib Prize Payout:

1st – $1,000

2nd – $700

3rd – $500

4th – $300

5th – $200

Wings Payout:

1st – $300

2nd – $250

3rd – $200

4th – $100

Steak Payout:

1st – $300

2nd – $250

3rd – $200

4th – $100

Grand Champion - $600
Reserve Grand Champion - $400

🕒 TIMELINE:
6:00 AM – Move In

8:30 AM – Cooks Meeting

12:00–12:30 PM – Wings Turn-In

1:00–1:30 PM – Steak Turn-In

2:00–2:30 PM – Rib Turn-In

4:00 PM – Awards

🔌 ADDITIONAL INFO:
Trailers Welcome

Electricity Available

📞 CONTACTS:
Promoter: Daryl McNiel – 308-991-8281 | dmcniel65@icloud.com

RCOA Rep: Chris Nelson – 308-991-0467 | scoreonesmokin@gmail.com

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Rhythm and Ribs

06/21/2025

1440 N. County Line Ave., Blanchard, OK 73010

Rhythm and Ribs
Benefiting Blanchard School Band Program

Location:
1440 N. County Line Ave.
Blanchard, OK 73010

Date:
June 21, 2025

Categories & Entry Fees:
St. Louis Style Ribs – $125

Ancillary Wings – $50

KidsQ (Anything Berry) – $25

Payouts:
Ribs
1st – $800
2nd – $500
3rd – $400
4th – $300
5th – $200
6th – $150
7th – $150
8th – $150
9th – $125
10th – $125

Wings
1st – $250
2nd – $150
3rd – $100

KidsQ
1st – $125
2nd – $100
3rd – $75
4th – $50
5th – $40
6th – $30
7th – $20
8th – $20
9th – $20
10th – $20

Timeline:
Move-In Time: 7:00 AM

Cook’s Meeting: 9:00 AM

Judge’s Meeting: 11:00 AM

KidsQ Turn-In: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM

Wing Turn-In: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Rib Turn-In: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Awards: 3:15 PM

Contact Info:
Promoter
Luke Short
📞 405-613-3187
📧 rb3bbq@gmail.com

Rib Rep
Ralph Williams
📞 479-651-0816

Additional Info:
Trailers Welcome

No Electricity Provided

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2026 Grilling for the Fund

06/27/2026

Tupelo, Mississippi

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Limpbrizkit 4th of July Bash 2025

06/28/2025

811 Lee Street, Ryan, Oklahoma

Limpbrizkit 4th of July Bash taking place on June 28th, 2025, at 811 Lee St., Ryan, OK.

Date and Time: Move in is scheduled for June 27th at 5:00 PM. The event itself is on June 28th, 2024, starting with a Cook's Meeting at 9:00 AM.

Entry Fees:

Ribs A & B: $125 Each
Wings: $50
Kid’s Hotdog: Free (everything supplied for Kids Q)

We will pay top 5 in kids Q.
1st Place $100
2nd Place $75
3rd Place $25
4th Place $25
5th Place $25

Update:
Top 3 kiddos will also receive a charcoal grill donated by HAT CREEK Q!

Meetings and Turn-In Schedule:

Cook's Meeting: 9:00 AM
Judge’s Meeting: 11:00 AM
Kid’s Hotdog: 12:00 PM
Wings: 2:00 PM
Baby Backs: 3:00 PM
Spares: 4:00 PM
Awards: 5:00 PM

Additional Events:

6:00 PM: Free dinner for cooks and family
7:30 PM: Live music
9:00 PM: Fireworks

Payout: The event promises a 100% payout after expenses.

Promoter: James Dodson, contact number 682-404-2284.
Rep: Dirk Mullins, 580-334-5928

Must be 14 years old to cook ribs.

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BBQ Allstars Rib and Wing Challenge

03/22/2025

875 Goodman Road E, Southaven, MS 38671

BBQ Allstars Rib and Wing Challenge scheduled for March 22, 2025, at 875 Goodman Road E, Southaven, MS 38671. Here are the specific details:

Event: BBQ Allstars Rib and Wing Challenge
Date: March 22, 2025
Location: 875 Goodman Road E, Southaven, MS 38671
Competitions and Entry Fees:

Ribs:
Ribs A (Prairie Fresh USA Prime® Loin Back Ribs)
Ribs B (Prairie Fresh USA Prime® St. Louis Ribs)
Entry Fee: $125 per category
Ancillary Category: Chicken Wings
Entry Fee: $75

Payouts:

Ribs for each contest:
1st: $1000
2nd: $750
3rd: $500
4th: $300
5th: $200
6th-10th: $100 each

Chicken Wings:
1st: $500
2nd: $250
3rd: $125
Schedule:

6:00 AM: Move in
9:00 AM: Cooks Meeting
12:00 PM: Judges Meeting
1:00-1:30 PM: Ancillary (Chicken Wings) Turn In
2:00-2:30 PM: Rib A (Baby Back) Turn In
3:00-3:30 PM: Rib B (St. Louis) Turn In
4:30 PM: Awards (probably at 4 PM)
Additional Information:

Ribs are provided for the contestants.
Trailers are welcome, but no electricity is available.
Promoter: Pete & Melissa Cookston (Contact: 662-510-5690, pete@melissacookston.com)
REP: Dirk Mullins (Contact: 580-334-5928)
QR codes are likely linked to additional event or registration information.

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NBBQA Rib Wrangler - Saturday

03/28/2026

636 Farrell Parkway, Nashville, TN 37220

This event features St. Louis Style Ribs, with each entry costing $125. There is a payout through 10 places, with prizes ranging from $1,000 for 1st place to $100 for 10th place.

Friday, March 27th Schedule:

Move-in: 2:00–4:00 PM

Cook’s Meeting: 4:30 PM

Judge’s Meeting: 7:30 PM

Rib Turn-in: 7:45–8:15 PM

Awards: 9:00 PM

Saturday, March 28th Schedule:

Check-in: 7:00 AM

Cook’s Meeting: 9:30 AM

Judge’s Meeting: 12:00 PM

Rib Turn-in: 2:00–2:30 PM

Awards: 6:00 PM

Additional details include:

Trailers are welcome

No electricity is provided

No meat inspection required

Event Contacts:

Promoter: NBBQA, 800-385-0002

RCOA Rep: Dirk Mullins, 580-334-5928

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Porkmania

04/05/2025

Polish Center of Wisconsin in Franklin, WI.

Must be 14 years old to cook. Porkmania 2025, a BBQ contest happening on April 5, 2025, at the Polish Center of Wisconsin in Franklin, WI.

Key Details:
Double Rib Contest with pay-outs for Ribs A & B:

1st: $700
2nd: $400
3rd: $300
4th: $200
5th: $100
(based on 25 teams)

Ancillary Contest: Jones Dairy Farm Breakfast Meats with similar pay-outs:

1st: $700
2nd: $400
3rd: $300
4th: $200
5th: $100
(based on 20 teams)
Entry Fee: $125 per category

All Meat Provided (including ribs and ancillary items)

Timeline:
Move-In: 6:00 AM
Cooks Meeting: 8:00 AM
Judge's Meeting: 11:00 AM
Ancillary Turn-In: 12:00 PM
Rib Turn-In A: 1:00 PM
Rib Turn-In B: 2:00 PM
Awards Ceremony: 3:30 PM

Notes:
No electricity or water provided
All trailers are welcome.

Contacts:
Rep: Anita Moore (920-420-4618)
Promoters: Joe Parajecki (262-957-7546) and Timothy J. Schopp (920-410-1897)

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2026 DeSoto Wings & Ribs Competition & Festival

04/11/2026

8267 Goodman Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654

📍 Olive Branch, Mississippi
📅 April 11, 2026

Sanctioning Body

🔥 Rib Cookoff Association

Competition Categories (3)

Ribs

Traditional Wings

Unique Wings

Entry Fees

Ribs + Traditional Wings + Unique Wings + People’s Choice – $300

Ribs + Traditional Wings + Unique Wings – $250

Ribs + Traditional Wings – $200

Ribs + Unique Wings – $200

Traditional Wings + Unique Wings – $200

Traditional Wings only – $150

Unique Wings only – $150

Ribs only – $100

People’s Choice Wings

Entry Fee: $50

50/50 payout

Must provide 300 wings for judging

Winner takes half of total People’s Choice pot

Cash Prizes

💰 $800 – $100 (by category and placement)

Event Schedule

7:00 – 9:00 AM: Load-In

9:00 AM: Cooks Meeting

11:00 AM: People’s Choice Tasting Begins

1:00 PM: Traditional Wings Turn-In

2:00 PM: Unique Wings Turn-In

2:30 PM: People’s Choice Tasting Ends

3:00 PM: Ribs Turn-In

3:00 PM: Blazin’ Challenge

4:00 PM: Awards

Benefiting Charity

❤️ All proceeds benefit the DeSoto County Dream Center, Inc.

Sign-Up Information

📱 Facebook information is listed on the flyer for updates and promotion.

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2025 Rib Cookoff World Championship

04/17/2026

18145 Old Rangeline Road, Shawnee, OK 74801

2025 Rib Cookoff Association World Championship at FireLake Arena, Shawnee, Oklahoma on April 17-18, 2026

The Rib Cookoff Association World Championship brings together the best cooks from across the globe for an elite, high-stakes competition celebrating skill, flavor, and community.

This is where champions are crowned.
Cooks for Cooks.
#1 Rule — Have Fun.

Eligibility & Qualification
Championship Entry Requirements
• Open to Rib Cookoff Association cooks who:
o Won an RCOA contest in 2025, OR
o Were drawn in the official 2025 RCOA World Championship lottery

• Must be a current RCOA member in good standing
• Eligible regions:
o United States
o New Zealand
o Europe

Overall Rib Cookoff Contest Prizes
• 18 Championship Buckles
• 80 Trophies
• $40,000+ in total prize money

Only qualified cooks may compete in the Rib Cookoff Association World Championship.

Event Schedule
Friday
• Move-In: 6:00 AM
• Check-In: 8:00 AM
• Cooks Meeting: 3:00 PM
• Judges Meeting: 5:00 PM
• Steak Turn-In: 6:00 – 6:30 PM
• Rib Turn-In: 7:00 – 7:30 PM
• No Friday awards
• Potluck for teams

Saturday
• Move-In: 6:00 AM
• Check-In: 7:00 AM
• Kids Cooks Meeting: 8:00 AM
• Adult Cooks Meeting: 8:00 AM
• Judges Meeting: 10:00 AM

Saturday Turn-In Times
• Kids Q: 11:00 – 11:30 AM
• Wings: 12:00 – 12:30 PM
• Baby Back Ribs: 2:00 – 2:30 PM
• St. Louis Style Ribs: 3:00 – 3:30 PM
• Dinner provided by RCOA at 5:00 PM
• Awards Ceremony: 6:00 PM

Kids Q – World Championship Rules
Age Divisions
• Ages 4–8
• Ages 9–14
Category
• Grilled Cheese
Rules
• Must incorporate one vegetable or one meat
• Entry must be turned in whole
• Kids must cook their own entry
• Parents may assist with fire management only
• Both age groups share the same turn-in time

Entry Fees
• Blues Hog Baby Back Ribs: $150
• Blues Hog St. Louis Style Ribs: $150
• Wings: $125
• Steak: $125
• BXtreme One Rack Bounty Challenge – FREE to Rib Contest Winners
• Kids Q: FREE
• All-In Entry: $450 ($100 Discount)

Sign KIDS up for KIDS Q: https://form.jotform.com/253565345053053

All registered Rib Contest Winners will be entered into the BXtreme One Rack Bounty Challenge, unless RCOA is notified.

Prize Payouts
BLUES HOG Overall Ribs (1–10 Places)
1. $5,000 and GATEWAY DRUM
2. $4,000
3. $3,000
4. $2,000
5. $1,000
6. $800
7. $600
8. $500
9. $300
10. $200

Category Payouts (Top 10 Places Each)
BLUES HOG Baby Back Ribs, BLUES HOG St. Louis Style Ribs, Wings, Steak - Bring your own
• 1st: $1,000
• 2nd: $800
• 3rd: $600
• 4th: $500
• 5th: $400
• 6th: $300
• 7th: $200
• 8th: $175
• 9th: $150
• 10th: $100

Kids Q
• 1st: $100
• 2nd: $90
• 3rd: $80
• 4th: $70
• 5th: $60
• 6th: $50
• 7th: $40
• 8th: $30
• 9th: $25
• 10th: $20

Points Champions Payouts
Ribs and Wings

1st: $1,000
2nd: $800
3rd: $600
4th: $500
5th: $400
6th: $300
7th: $200
8th: $175
9th: $150
10th: $100

Bxtreme One Rack Bounty Challenge (Friday Night) - St. Louis Style Ribs- Bring your own.
• FREE to enter
• Open to cooks who have won a RCOA Rib Contest only
• One rack only
• Winner payouts:
o 1st Place: $750
o 2nd Place: $500
o 3rd Place: $300

RV & Parking Information
• RV Spots: $40 per night
• One team per RV spot
• Teams may share spots; each team must pay the full RV fee
• Teams receive:
o RV Spots Pass will be provided at check in
o Arena parking is free

Cook provides all meat for this contest.

JUDGES SIGN UP: https://form.jotform.com/253636862150155

Any questions, call Dirk at 580-334-5928 after December 29, 2025

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Carlisle Rib Cookoff

04/20/2024

145 Raborn Road, Carlisle, Arkansas 72024

Must be 14 years old to cook. Camping is allowed overnight, includes showers and restrooms. Trailers welcome. St. Louis style Ribs. Entry Fee for Ribs -$125; Wings - $25; Payout for Ribs is $2900; Payout for Wings $150 - 1st; $100 - 2nd; $50 - 3rd. BJ Greene is the promoter.

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2026 LAKEVIEWS and BBQ — RIB COOKOFF ASSOCIATION CONTEST - Saturday

04/25/2026

Wagoner, Oklahoma

🔥 LAKEVIEWS & BBQ — RIB COOKOFF ASSOCIATION CONTEST 🔥

Mark your calendars and fire up the pits!
Join us April 24–25, 2026 at beautiful Sequoyah Bay State Park in Wagoner, Oklahoma for LakeViews & BBQ, a Rib Cookoff Association–sanctioned event benefiting the Wagoner Lions Club.

This two-day cookoff brings together great BBQ, lake views, friendly competition, and serious payouts — all with the RCOA #1 Rule: Have Fun!

🥩 CATEGORIES
• Wings (A & B)
• Ribs
 – Rib A: St. Louis Style (NO Sauce)
 – Rib B: Baby Backs

💰 PAYOUTS
✔️ Ribs (A & B): Up to $750 for 1st
✔️ Wings (A & B): Double payouts
✔️ Trophies for top finishers

🕒 SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS
Friday: Move-in, wings turn-ins & awards
Saturday: FREE cooks breakfast, rib turn-ins & awards

🚐 Trailers welcome | ⚡ Limited electric available
📋 Rules & registration online

👉 Sign up now:
🌐 www.ribcookoffassociation.com

📍 Sequoyah Bay State Park
📅 April 24–25, 2026

📞 Promoter: Samantha Call | 918-577-1772

Come cook, compete, and enjoy the lake — this one’s going to be special.
#RibCookoffAssociation #LakeViewsAndBBQ #CooksForCooks #HaveFun #BBQCompetition #WagonerOK

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Noble County Smoke Eaters Rib Cook Association Contest

04/27/2024

Noble County Fairgrounds, 1 Ivanhoe Street, Perry, OK 73077

Rib Entry Fee - $100. Wings Fee - $25. KIDS Q - FREE and PORK CHOP provided. Age Limit 14 years old. Single Contest. Move in at 7am and Cooks meeting at 9am. Promoter: Cody Sullins (580) 336-1864 RIBS: Trophy plus
1st place: $1000
2nd place: $500
3rd place: $400
4th place: $200
5th place: $150
6th through 10th: $100 of

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2026 Byhalia BBQ Battle

05/02/2026

120 Lowry Dr., Byhalia, MS 38611

🔥 Byhalia BBQ Battle

📅 Date: May 2, 2026
📍 Location:
120 Lowry Dr
Byhalia, MS 38611

🏆 Contest Format

Double Rib Contest

Baby Back Ribs

St. Louis Style Ribs

Kids Q

Ancillary: Anything Tortilla

Kids Q Entry: FREE

❤️ Benefiting

Faith & Fires Ministry
📖 Ephesians 6:10
📱 Instagram: @faithfiresministry

💰 Entry Fees

Ribs: $100 each

Categories:

Baby Back

St. Louis Spares

Kids Q: Free

Anything Tortilla: Included / Ancillary

💵 Payouts
Ribs (Each Category)

🥇 1st – $800 + Medal

🥈 2nd – $500 + Medal

🥉 3rd – $300 + Medal

4th–10th – Medal

Kids Q

🥇 1st – $150

🥈 2nd – $100

🥉 3rd – $50

⏰ Event Timeline

Move-In: 6:30 AM

Cooks Meeting: 9:00 AM

Judges Meeting: 1:00 PM

Kids Q Turn-In: 2:00 – 2:30 PM

Baby Back Ribs Turn-In: 3:00 – 3:30 PM

St. Louis Ribs Turn-In: 4:00 – 4:30 PM

Awards: 5:30 PM

👥 Event Contacts
Promoter

Mark Lambert
📞 901-831-1451
📧 mark@ssomd.com

Rib Cookoff Association Rep

Dirk Mullins
📞 580-334-5928
📧 support@ribcookoffassociation.com

🚚 Additional Info

Trailers: Welcome

Electricity: ❌ Not Provided

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The Great Smoke Show

05/03/2025

110 Commerce St., Aberdeen, Mississippi

The Great Smoke Show is an event to benefit the Elkin Theatre, located at 110 Commerce St., Aberdeen, MS.

Double Rib Contest - St. Louis style rib contest and baby back ribs contest plus a wings contest.

Location: 110 Commerce St., Aberdeen MS

Entry Fees and Payouts:

Ribs: $125 entry fee

Payouts: 1st place $1000, 2nd $500, 3rd $400, 4th $200, 5th $150, 6th-10th $100 each

Wings: $75 entry fee

Payouts: 1st place $500, 2nd $250, 3rd $125

Timeline:
6:30 AM: Move in
9:00 AM: Cooks meeting
12:00 PM: Judges' meeting
1:00-1:30 PM: Wings turn-in
2:00-2:30 PM: St. Louis ribs turn-in
3:00-3:30 PM: Baby back ribs turn-in
4:30 PM: Awards

Additional Information:
Promoter & Rep: Michael Rhea, contact via email at mike.rhea@att.net or phone at 662-304-0253
Trailers are welcome, but there is no electricity provided.

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Longhorn Showdown Cookoff

05/24/2025

304 Dr. Lee Simmons Street, Jones, OK 73049

Longhorn Showdown Cookoff event scheduled for May 24, 2025, located at 304 Dr Lee Simmons Street, Jones, Oklahoma, 73049. The proceeds from this event will benefit Jones High School. Here are the key details from the flyer:

Entry Fees:

Ribs: $125 each category
Blue & Gold Sausage: $25 (sausage provided)
Kids Q: $25
Ribeye Steak: Bring your own

Timeline:

7:00 AM: Move in
9:00 AM: Cooks meeting
12:00 PM: Judges meeting
1:00-1:30 PM: Ancillary B&G turn in
2:00-2:30 PM: Kids Q steak turn in
3:00-3:30 PM: Rib A St. Louis turn in
4:00-4:30 PM: Rib B Baby Back turn in
5:00 PM: Awards

Payouts:

Ribs Category:
1st: $1000 + Trophy
2nd: $500 + Trophy
3rd: $300 + Trophy
4th: $200 + Trophy
5th: $100 + Trophy
6th-10th: $50 + Trophy

Ancillary (B&G Sausage Provided):
1st: $150 + Trophy
2nd: $100 + Trophy
3rd: $50 + Trophy

Kids Q Ribeye:
1st: $75 + Trophy
2nd: $50 + Trophy
3rd: $25 + Trophy
4th: $15 + Trophy
5th: $10 + Trophy

Special Notes:

Participants must enter both ribs and Blue & Gold to qualify for the GC Longhorn Trophy and cash prize.
Trailers are welcome, but no electricity will be provided.

Contact Info:

Promoter: Kristina Higgins (405-747-5925; kutley48@hotmail.com)
Rep: Jody Harris (405-614-2778)

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Hub City Showdown

05/31/2025

217 E. Gary Blvd., Clinton, OK, Rodeo Grounds

Inaugural Hub City Showdown taking place at 217 E. Gary Blvd., Clinton, OK at the Rodeo Grounds on May 31, 2025.

Event: Inaugural Hub City Showdown

Location: 217 E. Gary Blvd., Clinton, OK, Rodeo Grounds

Date: May 31, 2025

Entry Fees:

Double Rib Entry (St. Louis Style): $125 each

Chicken Wings: $50

Kids Q (Pork Chops Provided): Free

Timeline:

6:00 AM: Move In

8:30 AM: Cooks Meeting

11:00 AM: Judges Meeting

12:00-12:15 PM: Kids Pork Chop Turn-In

1:00-1:30 PM: Wings Turn-In

2:00-2:30 PM: Rib A Turn-In

3:00-3:30 PM: Rib B Turn-In

4:30 PM: Awards

Prize Payouts:

Ribs:

1st: $1,000 + Trophy

2nd: $750 + Trophy

3rd: $500 + Trophy

4th: $300

5th: $200

6th-10th: $100 each

Wings:

1st: $300

2nd: $200

3rd: $100

4th: $50

Kids Q (Pork Chops):

1st: $100

2nd: $75

3rd: $50

4th: $25

Additional Information:

Trailers are welcome

No electricity available

Contacts:

Promoter: Troy Calvert – (580) 330-3745

Rep: Dirk Mullins – (580) 334-5928

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Kickapoo Shawnee Casino Rib Cookoff Contest 2025

06/14/2025

38900 West MacArthur St., Shawnee, OK 74804

Kickapoo Casino Shawnee Rib Cookoff Contest
Saturday, June 14

Location:
Kickapoo Casino Shawnee
38900 West MacArthur St
Shawnee, OK 74804
Promoter & Rep: Dirk Mullins (580) 334-5928

Entry Fee:
$100 for Ribs A / $100 for Ribs B
St. Louis Style Ribs

A & B Payouts:

1st: $1,500

2nd: $800

3rd: $600

4th: $400

5th: $200

6th – 10th: $100

Timeline:

7AM: Move-in

10AM: Cooks Meeting

1PM: Judges Meeting

1:30PM – 2PM: Ribs A Turn In

2:30PM – 3PM: Ribs B Turn In

3:30PM: Awards

Teams:
Five drawings for $200 in cash! Submit a rack of cooked ribs for one entry or two racks to get two entries for the drawings. These ribs need to be delivered to the registration table at approximately 3PM.

General Public:
Rib Plate $7 (two ribs per plate, while supplies last).

Trailers Welcome:
Limited electricity available.

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2026 Smokin for Paws

06/20/2026

Brussels Town Park, Brussels, Wisconsin

🔥 Smokin’ for Paws 🔥
A Service Dog Fundraiser

Sanctioned by the Rib Cookoff Association

📅 Date: June 20, 2026
📍 Location: Brussels Town Park, Brussels, Wisconsin

🐾 Event Overview

Smokin’ for Paws is a competitive rib cook-off benefiting service dogs, bringing together pitmasters, live entertainment, and community fun for a great cause.

Entry Fee: $125 per team

Event Features Include:

Live music

Games

Raffle baskets

Silent auction

⏰ Event Schedule

6:00 AM – Team Set-Up

8:00 AM – Cooks’ Meeting

11:00 AM – Judges’ Meeting

1:00–1:30 PM – “A” St. Louis Ribs Turn-In

2:00–2:30 PM – “B” Baby Back Ribs Turn-In

2:45 PM – People’s Choice Awards

3:30 PM – Awards & Scores Announced

🏆 Progressive Payout Structure
20 Teams

1st Place – $700

2nd Place – $400

3rd Place – $300

4th Place – $200

5th Place – $100

6th Place – $50

7th Place – $50

25 Teams

1st Place – $800

2nd Place – $500

3rd Place – $300

4th Place – $200

5th Place – $100

(Awards paid through 10th place depending on final team count.)

🧑‍🍳 Event Team

Rib Rep: Anita Moore

Promoters:

Cody Krepline – 📞 920-255-0128

Tim Schopp – 📞 920-410-1897

🔥 Partners & Sponsors

Hosted in partnership with Sloppy Hog BBQ LLC

Sanctioned by the Rib Cookoff Association

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Smokin' For The Paws- A Service Dog Fundraiser

06/21/2025

9710 School Road Brussells, WI 54204-9502

🍖 Contest Format:
Double Rib – St. Louis Style
(All meat provided)
Extra ribs allowed for St. Louis only.
💵 Entry Fees:
$125 Each Rib Entry
Progressive Payout (See Flyer)

Timeline
Cooks Meeting: 8:00 AM
Judge’s Meeting: 11:00 AM
Rib A Turn-In: 1:00 – 1:30 PM
Rib B Turn-In: 2:00 – 2:30 PM
Awards Ceremony: 3:00 PM


Additional Information:
🐷Rep: Anita Moore 920-420-4618
👥Promoters: Tim Schoop 920-410-1897, Joe Parajecki, Cody Krepline
Trailers Welcome
No electricity provided

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2026 Big Smoke in Little Kalama

06/27/2026

253 Kalama River Rd.
Kalama, WA 98625

Big Smoke in Little Kalama
📍 253 Kalama River Rd.
Kalama, WA 98625
📅 June 27, 2026

Entry Fees

St. Louis Style — $100

Wings — $100

Payouts
RIBS

1st — $500

2nd — $300

3rd — $225

4th — $175

5th — $150

6th — $125

7th — $100

8th — $75

9th — $50

10th — $25

WINGS

1st — $500

2nd — $300

3rd — $225

4th — $175

5th — $150

6th — $125

7th — $100

8th — $75

9th — $50

10th — $25

Promoter

Rose Scattergood
📞 360-562-6664

RCOA Rep

Dirk Mullins
📞 580-334-5928

Timeline

Move in anytime after 3:00 PM Thursday

Cooks Meeting — 9:00

Judges Meeting — 12:00

Wings Turn In — 1:00–1:30

Rib a St. Louis — 2:00–2:30 (appears to mean St. Louis ribs turn-in)

Awards — 5:30 PM

Additional Notes

Trailers Welcomed

Electricity Available

Meat Inspection

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