The World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest is the celebration of Memphis’ claim as the Barbecue Capital of the World.
If you have a real crowd pleaser and would like to get in front of this lucrative and engaged audience then download the applications to learn more and apply today!
Deadline for applications is February 28, 2026.
The selection criteria is based on, but not limited to:
Food vendors who are accepted will receive an email notification and vending upon acceptance.
ALL menu items and prices must be approved by Memphis in May and only those items listed on the contract may be sold.