2026 The Shed Rib Cookoff Contest
DATE
08/08/2026
LOCATION
7501 MS-57 Ocean Springs, MS 39565
FEE
Baby Back Ribs - $125, St. Louis Style Ribs - $125, Wings - $75, Both Ribs - $250, Both Ribs and Wings - $325, BB Ribs and Wings - $200, STL Ribs and Wings - $200
DETAILS
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.
For entry fees, payouts, turn-in times, and the full event schedule, please see the flyer.