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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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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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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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2026 Lucky Star Casino BBQ Tour

07/04/2026

1407 S. Clarence Nash Blvd, Watonga, OK 73772

The Rib Cookoff Association is bringing the Lucky Star Casino BBQ Tour 2026 to Watonga, Oklahoma, on July 4, 2026, at Lucky Star Casino, located at 1407 S. Clarence Nash Blvd, Watonga, OK 73772.

This event will feature St. Louis ribs, baby back ribs, a ground buffalo ancillary with 5 pounds provided, and a free kids grilled cheese contest. Guests can enjoy beer garden, and People’s Choice plates for $10. There is also a booth entry special where ribs and wings are both $25, or both for $75.

Trailers are welcome. There will be no electricity and no meat inspection.

For full schedule details, entry fees, and payout information, please review the flyer.

For more information, contact Dirk Mullins at 580-334-5928.

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2026 The Porkalope Pitmaster Classic

07/11/2026

115 Locust St, Hickman, Nebraska 68372

📅 Date: July 11, 2026
📍 Location: 115 Locust St, Hickman, Nebraska 68372

Sanctioning Body: Rib Cookoff Association
Sign-up & Rules: RibCookOffAssociation.com

🔥 General Info

Trailers Welcome

No Meat Inspection

No Electricity Provided

Rib Rep: Dirk Mullins – (580) 330-5928
Promoter: Kirk Malzer – (402) 440-1496
📧 info@fatboyglobal.com

🥩 Contest Categories & Entry Fees
Double St. Louis Rib

Entry Fee: $125

Payouts:

1st: $1,000 🏆

2nd: $500

3rd: $300

4th: $250

5th: $150

6th–10th: $50 each

Trophies included

Wings

Entry Fee: $50

Payouts:

1st: $200 🏆

2nd: $100

3rd: $75

4th: $50

5th: $35

Trophies included

Kids Que (Ages 6–15)

Entry Fee: FREE

Category: S’Mores

Payouts:

1st: $125 🏆

2nd: $75

3rd: $50

Trophies included

⏰ Event Timeline

Move-In: 7:00 AM

Cooks Meeting: 8:30 AM

Judges Meeting: 10:00 AM

Turn-In Times

Kids Que: 12:00 – 12:30 PM

Wings: 1:00 – 1:30 PM

Rib #1: 2:00 – 2:30 PM

Rib #2: 3:00 – 3:30 PM

🏆 Awards Ceremony: 4:30 PM

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2026 Smoke on the Water Boat Races & BBQ

07/25/2026

801 BABCOCK DRIVE
(UNDER THE WATER TOWER)
EL RENO, OK

SMOKE ON THE WATER DRAG BOAT RACES
EL RENO OK

SMOKE ON THE WATER BOATS & BBQ

JULY 26TH, 2025

801 BABCOCK DRIVE
(UNDER THE WATER TOWER)
EL RENO, OK

TIMELINE
   •   Move In: 7:00 AM
   •   Cooks Meeting: 9:00 AM
   •   Judges Meeting: 12:00 PM
   •   Wings: 1:00 - 1:30 PM
   •   Ribs: 2:00 - 2:30 PM
   •   Awards: 3:30 PM

ENTRY FEES
   •   St. Louis Spares $125
   •   Ancillary Wings $50

PROMOTER
Josh Finnigan
405-570-3057
Josh.Finnigan@cox.com

REP:
Dirk Mullins
580-334-5928
Support@Ribcookoffassociation.com

PAYOUTS

Ribs Payout
   •   1st - $800
   •   2nd - $500.
   •   3rd - $400
   •   4th - $300
   •   5th - $200
   •   6th - $100
   •   7th - $100
   •   8th - $100
   •   9th - $100
   •   10th - $100

Wings Payout
   •   1st - $250
   •   2nd - $150
   •   3rd - $100

ALL TRAILERS WELCOME!
NO ELECTRICITY

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Inaugural Smoke on the Water - Boats and BBQ

07/26/2025

801 Babcock Drive (Under the Water Tower), El Reno, OK 73036

Timeline
Move In: 7:00 AM

Cooks Meeting: 9:00 AM

Judges Meeting: 12:00 PM

Wings Turn-In: 1:00–1:30 PM

Ribs Turn-In: 2:00–2:30 PM

Awards: 3:30 PM

Entry Fees
St. Louis Spares: $125

Ancillary Wings: $50

Payouts
Ribs Payout
1st – $800

2nd – $500

3rd – $400

4th – $300

5th – $200

6th – $100

7th – $100

8th – $100

9th – $100

10th – $100

Wings Payout
1st – $250

2nd – $150

3rd – $100

Contacts
Promoter:
Josh Finnigan
📞 405-570-3057
📧 josh.finnigan@cox.com

Rep:
Dirk Mullins
📞 580-334-5928

Email: support@ribcookoffassociation.com

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2026 GOIN FOR BROKE IN THE PNW

07/31/2026

14925 NE Caples Rd, Brush Prairie, WA 98606

Event Title

GOIN’ FOR BROKE IN THE PNW

Location

14925 NE Caples Rd, Brush Prairie, WA 98606

Date

July 31, 2026

Entry Fee

$150

Payouts & Trophies

ST. LOUIS STYLE

1st – $400

2nd – $200

3rd – $200

4th – $150

5th – $150

6th–10th – $100

Schedule

Friday, July 31

Move-in after 12:00 PM

Cooks Meeting – 2:00 PM

Judges Meeting – 7:00 PM

St. Louis Turn-In – 8:00–8:30 PM

Awards – 9:00 PM

Notes

Trailers Welcome

No Electricity

No Meat Inspection

Organizations / Branding

Prairie Tavern

Smokin’ Iron Fabrication

Rib Cook Off Association

Promoter & Rep

Alta Hertz
Email: alta.hertz@gmail.com

Phone: 360-600-5727

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2026 Ribs and Racin

08/07/2026

Lakeside Speedway, 5615 Wolcott Dr., Kansas City, KS 66109

Ribs & Racin’ BBQ Contest

Date: August 7, 2026

Location: Lakeside Speedway
5615 Wolcott Dr., Kansas City, KS 66109

Contest Details

Category: Spare Ribs

Entry Fee: $100

Sanctioned by: Rib Cookoff Association

Payouts

1st Place: $1,000

2nd Place: $500

3rd Place: $250

4th Place: $125

5th Place: $100

Schedule

Move-In: 9:00 AM

Cooks Meeting: 2:00 PM

Judges Meeting: 5:00 PM

Rib Turn-In: 6:00–6:30 PM

Awards: 8:30 PM (after heat races)

Promoter

Fast Eddy Maurin

816-213-3473

heim20@aol.com

RCOA Representative

Dirk Mullins

580-334-5928

Additional Info

Trailers welcome

No electricity provided

No meat inspection

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2026 Rib Fest in Cambridge

08/09/2026

Cambridge, WI

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8th Annual SAL Rib Cookoff

08/16/2025

14414 Ford Drive, New Lenox, Illinois, 60451

8th Annual SAL Rib Cookoff hosted by the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 1977.

The event will take place on August 16, 2025, at 14414 Ford Drive, New Lenox, Illinois, 60451. All proceeds will go towards benefiting veterans and community efforts.

Event Details:

Move-In Time: 7:00 AM
Cooks Meeting: 9:00 AM
Judge's Meeting: 1:30 PM
Rib Turn-In: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
People's Choice Rib Turn in: 2:30PM - 3:00PM
Chicken Wing Turn-In: 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Awards Ceremony: 4:30 PM
Entry Fees and Payouts:

Ribs Entry: $125 (St. Louis Style or Baby Back)
Chicken Wings Entry: $25

Payouts for Ribs:
1st place: $1,000
2nd place: $500
3rd place: $250
4th place: $200
5th place: $175
6th-10th place: $100 each

Payouts for Wings:
1st place: $200
2nd place: $100
3rd place: $50
Additional Information:

Limited electricity is available; generators are welcomed.

Event Representatives:
Tim Craft, Email: tcraft98@gmail.com, Phone: 312-848-8301
Dirk Mullins, Phone: 580-334-5928

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2026 Main Street Smokin on the Rails

08/21/2026

114 N Main Street, Chaffee, MO 63740

Main Street Smok’in on the Rails is bringing the Train-Town BBQ Showdown to Chaffee, Missouri on August 21–22, 2026. Hosted at Smokin Brothers, 114 N Main Street, Chaffee, MO 63740, this BBQ competition features baby back ribs, St. Louis style ribs, and wings, with competitors eligible for the Overall Grand Championship by entering all categories.

Trailers are welcome, but there will be no electricity available. For more information, contact Promoter Bob Gonzalez at 314-565-1146 or Rep. Justin West at 940-577-9543.

See the flyer for the schedule and payouts.

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2026 Coops 1st Annual Rib Cookoff

08/22/2026

Ardmore, OK

Coming Soon

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Woodward County Free Fair

08/24/2024

105 A Temple Houston Drive, Woodward, OK 73801

Age Limit 14 years or older.

Entry Fee - $100 - Single Rib,

Promoter: Bailey Kafka 580-334-6023

Rep: Dirk Mullins - 580-334-5928

Address: Woodward County Event Center
105 A Temple Houston Drive
Woodward County Fairgrounds
Woodward, OK 73801

Timelines:
Move in: August 23, 2024 - Friday after 1pm
Cooks Meeting: 9am
Judges Meeting: 1:30pm
Turn In - 2-2:30pm
Awards - 3pm
People's Choice - 4pm

Prize Money - 1st place - $1000
2nd place - $500
3rd place - $400
4th place - $200
5th place - $150
6th-10 place - Certificates

Trailers welcome

Lots of shade

Bring Kids - Water Park across from comp sites

There is a People's choice if the cooks would like to sign up and Ribs will be provided for People's Choice. If interested give Bailey a call at 580-334-6023

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HWY 287 Rib Cookoff

08/31/2025

8879 N US 287, Alvord, Texas 76225

HWY. 287 Rib Cookoff

Date: Sunday, August 31

Location: Smoke & Time BBQ

8879 N US 287, Alvord, Texas 76225

🍖 Contest Details

Category: Pork Spare Ribs

Entry Fee: $125

Payout: 100% Payback after expenses

⏰ Timeline

Move-In: 6:00 AM

Cooks Meeting: 9:00 AM

Turn-In: 2:00–2:30 PM

Awards: 3:15 PM

📞 Contact

Promoter: Justin West

Phone: 940-577-9543

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Smokin’ for Special Olympics

09/06/2025

209 W Howard St., Tipton, MO 65081

Smokin’ for Special Olympics
📍 209 W Howard St., Tipton, MO 65081
📅 September 6, 2025

🕕 Event Schedule
6:00 AM – Set Up

8:00 AM – Cooks Meeting

10:00 AM – Judges Meeting

11:00–11:30 AM – Kid’s Q Grilled Cheese Turn In

12:00–12:30 PM – Wings Turn In

1:00–1:30 PM – Rib Turn In

2:30 PM – Awards

💵 Entry Fees
Ribs (St. Louis Style Spares): $125

Wings: $50

Kid’s Q – Grilled Cheese: Free Entry- Please email the support@ribcookoffassociation.com to add your kids.

🏆 Payouts
Ribs
1st – $800 + Trophy

2nd – $500 + Trophy

3rd – $375 + Trophy

4th – $250 + Trophy

5th – $125 + Trophy

6th–10th – $50

Wings
1st – $300 + Trophy

2nd – $200 + Trophy

3rd – $100 + Trophy

Kid’s Q
1st – $100 + Trophy

2nd – $50 + Trophy

3rd – $25 + Trophy

👨‍💼 Promoter
Jason Twenter
📞 660-621-3082
📧 twenterj@tipton.k12.mo.us

🐖 Rib Rep
Bradley Vollmer
📞 573-690-0978

🔌 Notes
Trailers Welcome

No Electricity Provided

🧑‍💼 Sponsors & Partners
Co-Mo Connect

FFA

Koechner Manufacturing

American Family Insurance

Blue Rhino

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2026 Treb’s 4Ever Rib Cookoff

09/12/2026

Joe Wheeler Park, 3101 FM 51 South, Decatur, Texas

Treb’s 4Ever Rib Cookoff
Date: September 12, 2026
Location: Joe Wheeler Park, 3101 FM 51 South, Decatur, Texas

This event is a $20,000 total payout rib cookoff featuring two categories:

Categories
Dry Ribs - St. Louis Style Ribs
Sauced Ribs - St. Louis Style Ribs

Entry Fee
$200 per turn-in
Or $350 for both

Payouts and Schedules please see the flyer.

Locals welcome
Promoter: Justin West
Phone: 940-577-9543
RCOA Rep: Dirk Mullins

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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 Ste Chapelle Fathers Day BBQ Cook Off

06/21/2026

19348 Lowell Road, Caldwell, ID 83607

Ste Chapelle Winery Father’s Day BBQ Cook-Off

Fire up the grill and bring your best BBQ flavors to the Ste Chapelle Winery Father’s Day BBQ Cook-Off in Caldwell, Idaho. Competitors will go head-to-head in St. Louis Style Spare Ribs and Tri-Tip for bragging rights, trophies, and cash prizes.

This event will feature live music all day, food trucks, local vendors, family-friendly fun, and a full BBQ cook-off atmosphere at Ste Chapelle Winery.

Date: June 21st, 2026
Location: Ste Chapelle Winery
Address: 19348 Lowell Road, Caldwell, ID 83607

Competition Categories:
Ribs: St. Louis Style Spare Ribs
Ancillary: Tri-Tip

Entry Fees:
Rib Entry Fee: $100
Ancillary Entry Fee: $50

Trailers Welcome

Please see the flyer for the full turn-in schedule, cook’s meeting time, judge’s meeting time, awards time, and complete payout breakdowns.

Promoter: Kristen Neff
Email: kristenn@stechapelle.com

Phone: 760-505-5006

Rep: Dirk Mullins
Rep Phone: 580-334-5928

Bring the heat, bring the flavor, and claim your spot at the grill!

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LimpBrizkit 4th of July Bash

06/29/2024

811 Lee Street, Ryan, OK

4th of July party with Fireworks with music by Ryan Ready.
Must be 14 years old to cook.
Move In: Friday after 5:00pm
Anything Bacon turn-in: 2pm
Anything Chicken turn-in: 3pm
Rib turn-in: 4pm
Awards: 5pm

Ribs entry fee - $125
Anything Bacon fee - $50
Anything Chicken fee - $50

100% payback after expenses.

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4th on the Farm Rib Cookoff

07/06/2024

2324 Old Decatur Road, Decatur, Texas 76234

EVENT LOCATION: Black Creek Farm, 2324 Old Decatur Road, Decatur, Texas 76234
80% Payout for Each Category
Paying 10 spots
Fees:
Baby Back Ribs: $125
Spare Ribs: $125
Move In: July 5, 2024 or July 6, 2024
Cooks Meeting: 9am
Judges Meeting:12pm
Turn in Baby Back Ribs: 1:30-2pm
Turn in Spare Ribs: 2:30pm-3pm
Awards: 4pm
TRAILERS ARE WELCOME
Justin West - 940-577-9543 (Promoter)
Must be 14 years old to cook.

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Ribs & Rides

07/13/2025

777 Hollywood Casino Blvd, Kansas City, KS

Sunday, July 13, 2025

Ribs & Rides
Hollywood Casino – Kansas Speedway

Location: 777 Hollywood Casino Blvd, Kansas City, KS


Entry Fee: $125 – Non-refundable

Payouts:
1st – $1,000
2nd – $400
3rd – $300
4th – $200
5th – $100

Schedule:

7:00 AM – Move In

8:30 AM – Cooks Meeting

2:00–2:30 PM – Turn In

3:00 PM – Awards

RCOA Representative:
Dirk Mullins – 580-334-5928

Important Notes:

No Meat Inspection

No Trailers – Canopies Only

No one under 21 allowed at event

Power not provided

No points will be awarded

This is an invite-only event

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2026 3rd Annual BBQ at the Fair

07/25/2026

Cooper County Fairgrounds, 16899 Dunkles Dr, Boonville, MO 65233

Baby Back Ribs
St. Louis Style Spare Ribs
Chicken Wings
Kids Q Burgers - KIDS SIGN UP: https://form.jotform.com/261596858290068
Hamburger provided by sponsor
People’s Choice

Pork Loin

Judged by the people
Contestants cook it
Public votes for it
Winner takes home a pork loin
Public tasting available: $5.00 per ticket
People’s Choice is free for contestants

Site Notes
All meat provided — and you keep it
Trailers welcome
Electricity provided
Move in night before allowed
Sign Up Contact

Call or text Nathan Alpers
573-489-8174

Sponsors
Five Star Truck Wash
Alpers Dozing
Clarks Fork Mutual Insurance Company
Lenco Properties
4-A’s Simmentals
Ag-Co-op Services Inc
Prairie Home
North Wood Diner
Kids Q Hamburger Sponsor

Leonard Brothers Farms
Proud Kids Q Sponsor

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Rolling Smoke at the Pawnee County Fair - Saturday - 2025

07/26/2025

400 E 18th St., Larned, KS 67550

Rolling Smoke at the Pawnee County Fair - Qualifier for Memphis in May World Championship

Dates: July 25-26, 2025

Location: 400 E 18th St., Larned, KS 67550

Schedule
Friday, July 25th:

Load In: 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Cooks Meeting: 4:00 pm

Judges Meeting: 4:30 pm

Kids Turn In: 5:30 - 6:00 pm

Ancillary Lamb Turn In: 6:30 - 7:00 pm

Awards: 7:30 pm

Saturday, July 26th:

Cooks Meeting: 8:00 am

Judges Meeting: 10:00 am

Wing 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

Payouts
July 25th - Kids Payout:

1st: $100 + Trophy

2nd: $75 + Trophy

3rd: $50 + Trophy

4th: $25 + Trophy

July 25th - Lamb Chop Payout:

1st: $200 + Trophy

2nd: $150 + Trophy

3rd: $100 + Trophy

4th: $50 + Trophy

July 26th - Ribs A&B Payout:

1st: $1,000 + Trophy

2nd: $500 + Trophy

3rd: $400 + Trophy

4th: $300 + Trophy

5th: $200 + Trophy

6th-10th: $100 + Trophy

July 26th - Wings Payout:

1st: $200 + Trophy

2nd: $100 + Trophy

3rd: $75 + Trophy

4th: $50 + Trophy

Entry Fees
Kid's Grilled Cheese: $20

Ancillary Lamb Chops: $30 (Lamb Provided by Promoter)

Ancillary Wings: $50

Rib A Spares: $125

Rib B Spares: $125

Additional Information
Lamb Provided by Promoter

No Electricity Available

All Trailers Welcome

Friday Night Logan Mize Concert

Contact Information
Promoter: Cory Johnson
📞 785-656-0124
📧 cory.johnson@highplainsfarmcredit.com

Reps: Dirk Mullins
📞 580-334-5928

Sponsors
Golden Valley Inc.

Della Lamb - Inspiring a Kinder Kansas City

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Goin for Broke in the PNW

08/01/2025

14925 NE Caples Road, Brush Prairie, WA 98606

Goin’ For Broke in the PNW
📍 Location: Smokin’ Iron Fabrication / Prairie Tavern
14925 NE Caples Rd, Brush Prairie, WA 98606
📅 Date: August 1, 2025
💰 Entry Fee: $125

💵 Payouts – Baby Back Ribs
1st: $400 + Trophy

2nd: $200 + Trophy

3rd: $200 + Trophy

4th: $150 + Certificate

5th: $150 + Certificate

6th–10th: $125 + Certificate

🕒 Timeline – Friday, August 1st
Move In: After 12:00 PM

Cooks Meeting: 2:00 PM

Judges Meeting: 6:00 PM

Baby Back Turn-In: 8:00 - 8:30 PM

Awards: 9:00 PM

✅ Additional Info
Trailers Welcome – No Electricity Provided

🐷 Sanctioned by: Rib Cookoff Association

👩‍💼 Promoter: Alta Hertz

📧 alta.hertz@gmail.com

📞 360-600-5727

REP: Jody Harris - support@ribcookoffassociation.com



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2026 The Shed Rib Cookoff Contest

08/08/2026

7501 MS-57 Ocean Springs, MS 39565

The Shed BBQ Rib Rumble is an old-school, competitor-focused BBQ cook-off hosted at The Shed BBQ & Blues Joint in Ocean Springs, Mississippi on August 8, 2026. The event is put on by competitors for competitors and sanctioned through the Rib Cook Off Association.

The contest features a Double Rib Competition with both Baby Back Ribs and St. Louis Ribs, plus a Wings category and a free Kids Q Hot Dog Competition for ages 5–9 and 10–15. Teams that enter both Ribs and Wings will qualify for the Grand Champion title.

KIDSQ SIGN UP HERE: https://form.jotform.com/261256502472150

This is a BYOM — Bring Your Own Meat contest. Trailers are welcome, but there will be no electricity provided. Full-hookup campsites are available nearby through Cozy Rosy Glampground.

JUDGES SIGN UP HERE: https://form.jotform.com/261474486356164

For entry fees, payouts, turn-in times, and the full event schedule, please see the flyer.

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2026 1ST ANNUAL BYC BBQ FEAST DOUBLE RIB CONTEST

08/15/2026

1401 SMITH ST, WARSAW, IN 46580

1ST ANNUAL BYC BBQ FEAST
DOUBLE RIB CONTEST
AUGUST 15, 2026
1401 SMITH ST, WARSAW, IN 46580
PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT BYC

ENTRY FEES
St. Louis Style Spare Ribs — $125
Baby Back Ribs — $125
Wings — $50

TIMELINE
See flyer.

PAYOUTS — EACH RIB CATEGORY
See flyer.

PAYOUTS — WINGS
See flyer.

CONTACT
Promoter: Steve Hughes
Phone: 574-268-7384
Email: steve@uppercutprimemeats.com

Representative: Steve Hughes
Rep Phone: 574-268-7384
Rep Address:
3163 East Center Street,
Warsaw, IN 46582

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Uppercut Prime Meats & Grilling Supplies
GAST Over 120 Years Air Conditioning & Heating
CORE Mechanical Services, Inc.
SYM Financial Advisors
WLM Wiebrink Landscape Management, Inc.
DreamOn Studios

SIGN UP
www.ribcookoffassociation.com | TRAILERS WELCOME | NO ELECTRICITY | NO MEAT INSPECTION

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Grilling for the Fund 2025

08/16/2025

219 S. Industrial, Tupelo, MS

🔥 GRILLING FOR THE FUND
To benefit Home Health and Hospice

📅 Date: August 16, 2025
📍 Location: 219 S. Industrial, Tupelo, MS
📞 Promoter: Mike Rhea – 662-304-0253

💲 Entry Fees
Ribs (Baby Backs or Spares) – $125 each

Wings – $50

Kid’s Anything Taco – $25

💵 PAYOUTS – RIBS (Each)
1st Place – $1,000

2nd Place – $500

3rd Place – $400

4th Place – $200

5th Place – $100

6th–10th Place – Trophy

🍗 Wing Ancillary Payouts
1st – $500

2nd – $300

3rd – $200

4th – $100

5th – $50

🌮 Kid's Anything Taco Payouts
1st – $150

2nd – $100

3rd – $75

4th – $50

5th – $25


🗓 Schedule – August 16th
Move In: 6:30 A.M.

Cook’s Meeting: 9:00 A.M.

Judge’s Meeting: 12:00 P.M.

Kid’s Taco Turn-In: 1:00–1:30 P.M.

Wings Turn-In: 2:00–2:30 P.M.

Rib A (Baby Back) Turn-In: 3:00–3:30 P.M.

Rib B (Spare) Turn-In: 4:00–4:30 P.M.

Awards: 5:00 P.M.

🎟 RAFFLE
Win a UDS Smoker!
Built and donated by Donnie Curtis of UDS West TN

🚛 Additional Info
Trailers Welcome

No Electricity / No Water Provided

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2026 KIDSQ Main Street Smokin’ on the Rails: KidsQ Burger Showdown

08/22/2026

114 N Main Street, Chaffee, Missouri 63740

Main Street Smokin’ on the Rails: KidsQ Burger Showdown in Chaffee, Missouri, hosted at Smokin Brothers, 114 N Main Street, Chaffee, MO

USE THIS LINK TO REGISTER: https://form.jotform.com/261534116778159
DO NOT REGISTER ON THE WEBSITE. THANK YOU!

It’s a kids-only burger cooking competition for ages 5–14, with free KidsQ entry, burger cooking, and prizes for all kid entries. Top payouts are 1st: $250, 2nd: $125, 3rd: $75.

The event is listed for Saturday, August 23, 2026, with KidsQ turn-in from 11:00–11:30 AM. Trailers are welcome, but no electricity is provided. Contact listed: Bob Gonzalez as promoter and Justin West as rep.

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2026 BBQ & Bluegrass Bash

08/22/2026

101 Bay Beach Rd., Green Bay, WI 54302

The flyer promotes the BBQ & Bluegrass Bash, a Rib Cook Off Association event with a barbecue and bluegrass theme.

The event is scheduled for August 22, 2026, at 101 Bay Beach Rd., Green Bay, WI 54302, and is associated with Paradise North Distillery. It features a cook-off for St. Louis spares and chicken wings, with the tagline: “A perfect mix of whiskey strings & smokey things.”

Entry fees

St. Louis spares: $125 each, wet or dry
Chicken wings: $100

Schedule and payouts

Please check the flyer directly for the full timeline, schedule, payouts, and trophy details.

Important notes

Trailers are welcome
No electricity
No meat inspection
Limited space
Participants are asked to keep their footprint as small as possible

Contacts

Rib Rep: Anita and Tony Moore, (920) 420-4618
Promoter: Tim’s Full Belli Deli, 920-410-1897, fullbelli@gmail.com

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2026 9th Annual Sons of the American Legion Rib Cookoff

08/29/2026

14414 Ford Drive, New Lenox, IL 60451

The Rib Cookoff Association is headed to New Lenox, Illinois, on July 4, 2026, for the 9th Annual Sons of the American Legion Rib Cookoff at Sons of the American Legion Squadron 1977, located at 14414 Ford Drive, New Lenox, IL 60451.

This event will feature spares, baby back ribs, and chicken wings, with all proceeds benefiting veterans and community efforts. Teams are welcome to bring trailers. There will be no electricity and no meat inspection.

For full schedule details, entry information, and payout breakdowns, please review the flyer.

For questions, contact RCOA Rep Dirk Mullins at 580-334-5928 or promoter Tim Craft at 312-848-8301. Registration and rules are available at ribcookoffassociation.com.

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2026 The Rib Bowl

09/05/2026

615 Industrial Park Dr
Selmer, TN 38375

The Rib Bowl
Selmer, Tennessee
Labor Day Weekend — September 5, 2026

Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor: FSL Elite Training
Primary Sponsor: Big D’s Q

Location

615 Industrial Park Dr
Selmer, TN 38375

Promoter & Rep

Danny Montgomery
Phone: 731-646-1055
Email: bigdsqtn@gmail.com

Site Notes

Trailers welcome
No electricity provided

Contests / Categories
Rib A — St. Louis Style Spare
Rib B — Baby Back
Wing Ancillary
People’s Choice Tailgate
Entry Fees

Ribs: $125 per entry
Wings: $50
People’s Choice Tailgate: No fee to enter - sign up: https://form.jotform.com/261587941909169

Schedule

Move In: 6:30 AM
Cooks Meeting: 9:00 AM
People’s Choice Judging: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM, at cook site
Judges Meeting: 11:00 AM
Wings Turn-In: 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Rib A Turn-In: 1:30 – 2:00 PM
Rib B Turn-In: 2:30 – 3:00 PM
Awards: 4:30 PM

Rib Payouts

1st: $1,000
2nd: $300
3rd: $200
4th: $150
5th: $100
6th: $50
7th: $50
8th: $50
9th: $50
10th: $50

Wing Payouts

1st: $250
2nd: $150
3rd: $100

People’s Choice Tailgate
Any tailgate-style food
Teams must provide 200 sample servings
Serve in 2 oz promoter-provided cups or cook’s choice
Contact promoter for details
Additional Awards

Grand Champion: Rib A and Rib B payout is $500
Best Tailgate Theme Award

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2026 Wings contest for Treb's Forever

09/11/2026

Joe Wheeler Park, 3101 FM 51 South, Decatur, Texas

$25 entry fee for wings with 100% payout.

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Alvord Watermelon Festival & Truck Show Rib Cookoff

09/13/2025

Downtown Alvord, Alvord, TX 76225

Alvord Watermelon Festival & Truck Show Rib Cookoff
Location: Downtown Alvord, Alvord, TX 76225
Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025

Entry Fees:
St. Louis Style Ribs: $125

Chicken Wings: $25

100% of proceeds paid out after expenses

Prize Payouts:
Ribs: 1st – 10th place

Wings: 1st – 5th place

Timeline:
7:00 AM: Move-In

8:00 AM: Cooks Meeting

12:00 PM: Judges Meeting

1:00–1:30 PM: Wing Turn-In

2:00–2:30 PM: Rib Turn-In

3:00 PM: Awards

Additional Info:
Trailers Welcome

No Electricity Provided

Contacts:
Promoter: Richard Sandate
📞 214-926-0226
📧 risandate@gmail.com

RCOA Rep: Dirk Mullins
📞 (580) 334-5928

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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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Arnett Masonic Lodge Rib Cookoff

07/04/2025

Town Square, Arnett, Oklahoma 73832

Arnett Masonic Lodge Rib Cookoff organized by the Rib Cookoff Association. It will take place on July 4, 2025, at the Town Square, Arnett, Oklahoma 73832. Breakfast 7-10am at the Masonic Lodge - Donations Accepted.

Here are the details:

Payouts for Both Ribs:

1st Place: $1000
2nd Place: $500
3rd Place: $400
4th Place: $200
5th Place: $150
6th-10th Places: $100 each
Entry Fees:

St. Louis Style Rib: $125 each
Wings: $25
Schedule:

7:00 AM: Move In
9:00 AM: Cooks Meeting
12:00 PM: Judges Meeting
1:00-1:30 PM: Wing Turn In
2:00-2:30 PM: Rib A Turn In - Baby Backs
3:00-3:30 PM: Rib B Turn IN - Spares
4:00 PM: Awards

Promoter:

Arnett Masonic Lodge
Scott Vincent/Sage Vincent
Contact emails: scottvyspld.net, vincentsage82@gmail.com
Contact phone numbers: 405-420-6801, 806-676-8783
Rep:

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

Trailers welcome
No electricity available
Website for rules and sign up: ribcookoffassociation.com

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2026 Ribs & Rides Block Party

07/10/2026

525 S Main St, Lebanon, OR 97355

Ribs & Rides Block Party happening on July 10, 2026, at 525 S Main St, Lebanon, OR 97355. The event benefits the Carter Port Fundraiser and features a rib and wing cook-off along with a classic car theme.

Key details:

Entry Fees

$125 for St. Louis style ribs
$75 for wings

Payouts and Timeline - see flyer.

All trailers welcome
No electricity
No water
No meat inspection

Contacts

RCOA Rep: Alta Hertz, 360-600-5727
Promoter: Christina Poteet, 541-401-1416, jcwoodfirebbq@gmail.com

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Rolling Smoke at the Pawnee County Fair - Friday - 2025

07/25/2025

400 E 18th St., Larned, KS 67550

Rolling Smoke at the Pawnee County Fair - Qualifier for Memphis in May World Championship

Dates: July 25-26, 2025

Location: 400 E 18th St., Larned, KS 67550

Schedule
Friday, July 25th:

Load In: 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Cooks Meeting: 4:00 pm

Judges Meeting: 4:30 pm

Kids Turn In: 5:30 - 6:00 pm

Ancillary Lamb Turn In: 6:30 - 7:00 pm

Awards: 7:30 pm

Saturday, July 26th:

Cooks Meeting: 8:00 am

Judges Meeting: 10:00 am

Wing 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

Payouts
July 25th - Kids Payout:

1st: $100 + Trophy

2nd: $75 + Trophy

3rd: $50 + Trophy

4th: $25 + Trophy

July 25th - Lamb Chop Payout:

1st: $200 + Trophy

2nd: $150 + Trophy

3rd: $100 + Trophy

4th: $50 + Trophy

July 26th - Ribs A&B Payout:

1st: $1,000 + Trophy

2nd: $500 + Trophy

3rd: $400 + Trophy

4th: $300 + Trophy

5th: $200 + Trophy

6th-10th: $100 + Trophy

July 26th - Wings Payout:

1st: $200 + Trophy

2nd: $100 + Trophy

3rd: $75 + Trophy

4th: $50 + Trophy

Entry Fees
Kid's Grilled Cheese: $20

Ancillary Lamb Chops: $30 (Lamb Provided by Promoter)

Ancillary Wings: $50

Rib A Spares: $125

Rib B Spares: $125

Additional Information
Lamb Provided by Promoter

No Electricity Available

All Trailers Welcome

Friday Night Logan Mize Concert

Contact Information
Promoter: Cory Johnson
📞 785-656-0124
📧 cory.johnson@highplainsfarmcredit.com

Reps: Dirk Mullins
📞 580-334-5928

Sponsors
Golden Valley Inc.

Della Lamb - Inspiring a Kinder Kansas City

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2026 Rolling Smoke at the Pawnee County Fair

07/25/2026

400 E. 18th Street, Larned, Kansas

🔥 Rolling Smoke at the Pawnee County Fair is coming in hot! 🔥

The Rib Cookoff Association is headed to Larned, Kansas for the Pawnee County Fair Rolling Smoke Rib Cookoff on July 25, 2026, and this is going to be a fun one.

Bring the smoke, bring the flavor, and bring the family because this contest will feature ribs, steak, and KidQ Meat Kabobs. Whether you are a seasoned pitmaster or jumping into the fun for the first time, this is a great chance to cook, compete, and be part of the BBQ community.

Rib A - Baby Back Ribs
Rib B - Spare Ribs

📍 Location:
Pawnee County Fair
400 E. 18th St.
Larned, KS 67550

✅ Entry Fees:
Ribs: $150 per entry
Steak: $50
KidQ: $25

🏆 Trophies will be awarded and all trailers are welcome. Please note there will be no electricity, meat is not provided, and there will be no meat inspection.

🔥 Big Bonus:
If this contest reaches 30 rib teams, it will become a Memphis in May Qualifier!

For the full schedule, turn-in times, and payout details, please see the flyer.

Promoter: Cory Johnson
📞 785-656-0124
📧 Cory.Johnson@highplainsfarmcredit.com

RCOA Rep: Dirk Mullins
📞 580-334-5928

Rules and sign up at:
www.ribcookoffassociation.com

Come out, fire up the grill, and help us make this contest one to remember! 🔥🏆

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Rolling Smoke at the Pawnee County Fair

07/27/2024

400 E. 18th Street, Larned, KS 67550

Must be 14 years old to cook. Rolling Smoke at the Pawnee County Fair



Date: July 27, 2024



Contest – Double Rib Cook-Off



Location: Pawnee County Fair Grounds

400 E 18th St

Larned KS, 67550

Block of Rooms will be reserved at the Road Way Inn



Promoter Information:

Cory Johnson

785-656-0124

Cory.johnson@highplainsfarmcredit.com





Event Timeline:

Move In – July 26th starting at 10 a.m

(Having an SCA Steak Comp Friday night)

Rep – Dirk Mullins and Jody Harris



Entry Fee - $125 per Rib Contest – St Louis Style

Kids Que - $25 Entry



Cooks Meeting – 8 a.m.

Judges Meeting – 10 a.m. ??? – Whatever you think would work best for you
Kids Que Turn In – 12:00 – 12:15
Category - Pork chop
Rib Turn In A – 1:00 – 1:30
Rib Turn In B – 2:00 – 230
Awards – 330


Rib Payout – A&B

1st – 1000

2nd – 500

3rd – 400

4th – 300

5th – 200

6th—10th – 100



Kids Pay Out:

1st – 50

2nd – 40

3rd – 30

4th – 20

5th-10th – medal



All trailers welcome.

No Electricity or water will be provided.

RV Spots available - $25 a night – Includes Water and Electricity – First come First Serve – Fair is going on at same time, so space is limited –



Friday Night - Jake Gill will be performing in a Concert – plus Beer Garden

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Cambridge Rib Fest

08/03/2025

206 W Main St, Cambridge, WI

Event: Cambridge Rib Fest
Date: August 3, 2025
Location: 206 W Main St, Cambridge, WI

Entry Fees:
Baby Back Ribs: $125

Wings: $25

Kids Q Drumsticks: $25

Payouts:
Ribs:

1st - $600 + Trophy

2nd - $400 + Trophy

3rd - $200 + Trophy

Wings:

1st - $200 + Trophy

Kids Q:

1st - $50 + Trophy

2nd - $25 + Trophy

3rd - $10 + Trophy

Timeline:
Move In: 6:00 AM

Cooks Meeting: 8:00 AM

Judges Meeting: 11:00 AM

Kid's Q: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Ancillary: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Ribs: 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Awards: 3:30 PM

Promoter:
Ken Kemler

Phone: 608-423-3730

Email: kenkemler@gmail.com

Rib Reps:
Anita & Tony Moore

Phone: 920-420-4618

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The Shed BBQ Rib Rumble

08/09/2025

7501 MS-57, Ocean Springs, MS 39565

The Shed BBQ Rib Rumble
Location: 7501 MS-57, Ocean Springs, MS 39565
Date: August 9, 2025

Entry Fees:

Ribs: $125

Wings: $75

Kids Q - Hot Dogs: Free for ages 5-15 - Email support@ribcookoffassociation.com to sign up the kids

Payouts:

Ribs payout - PER CONTEST:

1st - $1,500

2nd - $500

3rd - $400

4th - $300

5th - $200

6th-10th - $100

Wings:

1st - $500

2nd - $250

3rd - $125

Kids Q - Free Entry:

Ages 5-9

1st - $100

2nd - $50

3rd - $25

Ages 10-15

1st - $100

2nd - $50

3rd - $25

Prizes for all kid entries!

Special Notes:

Double Rib Comp Plus Grand Champion

Enter both Ribs & Wings to qualify for Grand Champion!

Limited to 100 contestants

BYOM (Bring Your Own Meat)

Trailers Welcome (No Electricity)

Full Hookup Campsites available at Cozy Rosy Campground

Contact for Campsites: Cozy Rosy, 228-875-2100

Timeline:

Cooks Meeting: 8:00 AM

Judges Meeting: 10:00 AM

Kids Q Turn In: 11:00 - 11:30 AM

Wing Turn In: 12:00 - 12:30 PM

Baby Back Rib Turn In: 1:00 - 1:30 PM

St. Louis Rib Turn In: 2:00 - 2:30 PM

Awards: 3:30 PM

Contacts:

Promoter: Emily Cooley, 601-381-2100

Rib Reps: Dirk Mullins, 580-334-5928 and Jody Harris, support@ribcookoffassociation.com

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2026 Clinton Lucky Star Casino BBQ Tour

08/15/2026

10347 N. 2274 Road, Clinton, OK 73669

The Rib Cookoff Association is bringing the Lucky Star Casino BBQ Tour 2026 to Clinton, Oklahoma, on August 15, 2026, at Lucky Star Casino, located at 10347 N. 2274 Road, Clinton, OK 73669.

This event will feature St. Louis ribs, baby back ribs, a ground buffalo ancillary with 5 pounds provided for People’s Choice, and a free kids grilled cheese contest. Guests can also enjoy a beer garden, and People’s Choice plates for $10. A booth special is also available with ribs and wings for $25 each, or both for $75.

Trailers are welcome. There will be no electricity and no meat inspection.

For full schedule details, entry fees, and payout information, please review the flyer.

For more information, contact Dirk Mullins at 580-334-5928.

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Grilling for the FUNd

08/17/2024

NMMC Walking Track (S Madison & Garfield) Tupelo, Mississippi

Must be 14 years old to cook Ribs or Tacos. MOVE IN:: 6:30 am


RIBS ENTRY FEE - $100
TACOS ENTRY FEE - $50
KIDSQ ENTRY FEE - $25

COOKS MEETING:: 9:00 am
KIDS TURN IN: 2:00 pm (ANYTHING PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA)
TACOS TURN-IN: 3:00 pm

RIB TURN-IN:: 4:00 pm
AWARDS:: 5:00 pm

Ribs payout ribs
1-1000
2-500
3-400
4-200
5-100
6/10-trophy

Taco payout
1-500
2-300
3-200
4-100
5-50

Kids payout
1-150
2-100
3-50
4-25
5-25

PROMOTER NAME:: - Michael Rhea
PHONE:: 662-304-0253
EMAIL:: mike.rhea@att.net

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2026 Saturday Main Street Smokin on the Rails

08/22/2026

114 N Main Street, Chaffee, MO 63740

Main Street Smok’in on the Rails is bringing the Train-Town BBQ Showdown to Chaffee, Missouri on August 21–22, 2026. Hosted at Smokin Brothers, 114 N Main Street, Chaffee, MO 63740, this BBQ competition features baby back ribs, St. Louis style ribs, and wings, with competitors eligible for the Overall Grand Championship by entering all categories.

Trailers are welcome, but there will be no electricity available. For more information, contact Promoter Bob Gonzalez at 314-565-1146 or Rep. Justin West at 940-577-9543.

See the flyer for the schedule and payouts.

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BBCUBED at Brighton Acres

08/23/2025

4057 Fisk Ave, Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54904

Event Name: BBCUBED at Brighton Acres
Date: August 23, 2025 (3rd Annual)
Location:

4057 Fisk Ave, Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54904

Entry Fee: $125 Each (Both St. Louis "Wet")

Meat Information:

All meat for Rib "A" and Rib "B" provided by the promoter.

Additional racks will be provided for cooking for a charity meal.

Payout on flyer.

Timeline:

Load-in Friday: 12:00 PM

Cooks Meeting: Saturday, 8:00 AM

Judges Meeting: Saturday, 12:00 AM

Rib "A" Turn-In: Saturday, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Rib "B" Turn-In: Saturday, 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Awards 4pm

ROCA Representative:
Anita Moore - 920-420-4618

Brighton Acres Promoters:

Kourtney Schussler

Timothy J. Schopp - 920-420-3166

Additional Details:

Trailers Welcome

No Electricity Available

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2026 Nora’s Rib Battle

08/30/2026

1843 US Hwy 12, Deerfield, Wisconsin 53538

Nora’s Rib Battle

📅 August 30, 2026

Location

📍 Nora’s
1843 US Hwy 12
Deerfield, Wisconsin 53538

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily

Event Sponsors

Event Sponsor: Nora’s

Event Sponsor: Smokin’ Cannons BBQ
Competition BBQ Team
Deerfield, Wisconsin

Competition Format

Double Rib Competition

St. Louis Style Ribs

Rib A

Rib B

Supper Club Steak

Kids Chicken Legs

Entry Fees

Ribs: $100 each (A & B)

Spares: Both

Steak: $50

Kids: $25

Payouts

Payouts and Schedule - Please see flyer.

Promoter: Tim Reichert
📞 608-977-1764

Rib Reps: Tony & Anita Moore
📞 920-420-4618

Additional Notes

Trailers Welcome

No Electricity

No Meat Inspection

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Lakeview and BBQ

09/05/2026

Wagoner, OK

Save the date - Double Rib

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Grillstock Rib Burn

09/12/2025

Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th St, Moore, OK

Event Name: Grillstock Rib Burn
Date: Friday, September 12
Time: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Location: Buck Thomas Park, 1903 NE 12th St, Moore, OK

Total Payout: $2,150
Entry Fees:
One Meat/Ribs: $100

Bring Your Own Ribs - St. Louis Style Ribs

No Meat Inspection

Schedule:
Move In: 7:00 AM, Friday

Cooks Meeting: 5:00 PM

Judges Meeting: 6:00 PM

Turn In: 7:00 PM

Awards: 8:00 PM

Contact Information:
Rep: Dirk Mullins

Phone: 580-334-5928

Website: grillstockok.com

Event Phone: 405-794-3400

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