Praise the Lard Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-off
Thu, Sep 19 – Sat, Sep 21, 2024
Commercial and South 24th Street, Murphysboro, IL 62966
A qualifying event for the World Food Championships
Nationally recognized as one of the best places to experience and celebrate the competitive barbecue circuit lifestyle, the Memphis Barbecue Network (MBN) and the Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS) sanctioned weekend evaluates competitors for fish, wings, chicken, shoulder, ribs, brisket, and the whole hog. Competitors will vie for the coveted titles of Grand Champion.
Live music each night, as well as a market area with a variety of vendors.
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