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We’re giving away $17,000 on
17th Street!

September 24-26, 2009
MBN - KCBS
Dual-Sanctioned

Cook in one or both contests!
All judges are MBN & KCBS certified

Join us for the 22nd 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.
Legend Series Camouflage UltraQueŽ
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.
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