The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest is set to kick off on Wednesday, with a lineup of exciting events. The festival, which is known as the ‘Super Bowl of Swine,’ has been relocated from Tom Lee Park to Liberty Park this year, in anticipation of drawing thousands of visitors.
Day 1 will feature Barbecue Sauce Wrestling, starting at 5 p.m. The Lighting of the Grill ceremony will follow at 5:30 p.m. The contest will run from Wednesday, June 15 to Sunday, June 18, attracting teams from more than 22 states and five countries.
Attendees can enjoy delicious barbecue from four renowned barbecue restaurants and the Kingsford Tour of Champions, as well as BBQ Alley featuring Big Green Egg & Friends. Tickets for the event can be purchased online for $25 or in-person for the same price. Single-day tickets are also available for $15. Be sure to sign up for the newsletter to stay updated on all the latest news and events. If you spot any spelling or grammar errors, please report them by including the headline. Copyright 2024 WMC. All rights reserved.
