11th Annual
RIB FEST COOK-OFF

Register to Compete!!
DATE: Saturday, August 29 2026
LOCATION: Zimmerman American Legion
12674 Fremont Ave, Zimmerman MN
Details:
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Ribs are St Louis Style
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Each team will cook 10 racks (if you are able to cook more/less, let us know)
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Cost is $150 per team which pays for the Ribs
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Ribs will be sold to the public for $2.00 per bone
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Turn in time is 2:00 – 2:15 PM
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Public tasting will begin at 3:00 PM
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Entry deadline is August18, 2026
Awards:
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1st Place awarded $500, Trophy and Bragging Rights
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2nd Place awarded $300, Trophy and Bragging Rights
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3rd Place Awarded $200, Trophy and Bragging Rights
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Dead Ass Last Trophy
Set Up:
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Canopies and tents are permitted. Weighted only! No stakes in the pavement please.
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Gas, charcoal, wood, and electric pits are acceptable, but must be contained.
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Please bring a generator if you are using electricity.
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Teams provide their own cooking devices, power, equipment, worktables, chairs, tents, canopies, and serving dishes. All preparation and cooking is to be done within your designated space.
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Serving Boats, Napkins, Wet Naps will all be provided by The Legion
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Meat will be provided with the entry fee. No outside meat allowed. Each team will have a minimum of 10 racks of ribs with at least 11 bones.
