University Park & Ride University Park & Ride Located just 2.5 miles from the festival, you’ll avoid the crowds parking near the Fairgrounds at Liberty Park. Parking is $20 a day or $50 for the weekend. The shuttle is free and only available to people parking in the lot. University Park & Ride address: 3700 Central […]
WC Barbecue Contest
Shuttle
MATA Downtown Shuttle Shuttle Schedule for WCBCC22 Wednesday May 11th 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Thursday May 12th 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Friday May 13th 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Saturday May 12th 12:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Buses will run approximately every 20-30 minutes for pickup.
Sponsors
Presenting Sponsors Supporting Partners Partnership Opportunities For more information on becoming a partner for one of our many events or programs, please contact our Sponsorship Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
#WCBCC22 General Information Any COVID19 protocols that are in place at the time of the event will be enforced. Event details subject to change. The safety of our patrons and staff are our top priority. Permitted/Prohibited Items What Can I Bring? Government issued photo identification Small bags, backpacks, fanny packs and purses (18” x 18” […]
2022 Schedule
Wednesday, May 11 Gates Open: 5:00 p.m. Gates Close: 10:00 p.m. BallPark Buns Burger Eating Contest: 5:30 p.m. Featured Entertainment: Sauce Wrestling: 6:00 p.m. Little Ozzy: 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 12 Gates Open: 11:00 a.m. Gates Close: 12:00 a.m. Kingsford Tour of Champions: 2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Ms. Piggie Idol: 6:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony […]
2022 Judges
JUDGE AT WCBCC22 The World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest is set for May 11 – 14, 2022! We are no longer accepting applications to judge in this year’s competition. If you have any questions, please contact us at barbecue@memphisinmay.org.
Teams
2022 TEAM INFORMATION Welcome to the pit! Click here to access the 2022 WCBCC Team Information Packet.
WCBCC Winners
GRAND CHAMPION Click here to view full list of results. Blues Hog 2022 Awards – Pork Division Ribs Click here to view the full list of results. 1st: Heath Riles BBQ 2nd: Bluff City Smokers 3rd: Smokin’ With An Attitude 4th: Blue Smoke Blaire 5th: No Name Smokers 6th: Fat Side Up 7th: Deez Butts […]
Tickets
WCBCC Tickets Event Details Click here to buy your 2022 World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest tickets from our partner, Front Gate, right NOW! VIPit tickets are limited so grab yours before they’re gone! Here’s more information about the world’s premier barbecue cooking contest! Remember that it is a CONTEST AND NOT A FOOD FESTIVAL, meaning […]
World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest
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