Join us for the 23
rd annual Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-off. Here's the
team application
and a
judge's application.
The whole area joins in the fun from Thursday through Saturday evening. See the
schedule of events for details. Tickets for the fish fry and grand champion
buffet are available at The Warehouse. We need dozens of
sponsors at every level to produce this event. From $15 to $10,000, there's
a way for you to be part of the program!
Our contest known for its warm and gracious hospitality thanks to our
outstanding team of volunteers. We need help organizing the event all summer
long and there are several volunteer opportunities during the weekend as well.
Use this
form to join in the fun!
Our event a dual-sanctioned by MBN and KCBS. Please review the
MBN rules and
KCBS rules.
We also have a People's Choice Sauce Contest that can be entered by the team and
the general public. Click for
details.
There are many
lodging options in the area, but do
book early as they fill quickly. Be sure to mention that you're coming for the
Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-off!
Multiple
events
take place Thursday through Saturday evening. Hope to see you there!
Buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win
a special Legend Series camouflage UltraQueŽ from
Ole Hickory Pits.
Tickets are $10 each or 12 for $100.
Call us at 618-684-8902 and
we’ll take your credit card over
the phone. Winner will be drawn
during the awards ceremony on Saturday, September 26th.
Winner need not be present to win.
Thank you to our team of
high-level sponsors
who make this event possible. Please support those who so generously support
Southern Illinois and the Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-off.