Saturday, April 11th, 2026 | 11AM-4PM

Olive Branch City Park

The tantalizing aroma of sizzling wings and ribs will once again fill the air as the DeSoto Wings and Ribs Competition and Festival returns to DeSoto County.

Wing enthusiasts and families alike are invited to indulge in a day of flavor, fun, and philanthropy from 11 am to 4 pm. Prepare for an even more electrifying showdown this year as the Rib Cookoff Association is officially sanctioning the rib AND wings portion of our competition, guaranteeing a battle between the mid-south's grill masters like you've never seen before.

WINGS AND RIBS TEAM INFO & REGISTRATION

We look forward to seeing you and your team at the 2026 competition and festival!

TEAM REGISTRATION SIGN UP

TEAMS MAY SIGN UP FOR THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

Ribs & Traditional & Unique Wings & People's Choice: $300
Ribs & Traditional Wings & Unique Wings: $250
Ribs & Traditional Wings: $200
Ribs & Unique Wings: $200
Traditional Wings & Unique Wings: $200
Unique Wings: $150
Traditional Wings: $150
Ribs: $100
People’s Choice: $50 - WINNER TAKES HALF! (Must provide 300 wings for judging)

CASH PRIZES!

Battle it out for cash prizes ranging from $100 to $800, plus the ultimate bragging rights. More details coming soon!

Cook-Off Categories Include:

Traditional Wings
Unique Wings
Ribs
People’s Choice Wings – Let the crowd decide (50/50 split)

Whether you’re a backyard pitmaster or seasoned pro, this is your moment to shine.

Sponsor this Event

You make all the difference!

For more information about opportunities to sponsor the event and partner with DeSoto Dream Center in serving our community, please contact

Terri Sparkman at partner@desotodreamcenter.org

Sponsorship Packet

Sponsorship Form

Wing Eating

Do you love to eat hot wings? We have two amazing options for you! Enter the Blazin’ Challenge or be a People’s Choice Taster, or do BOTH! Sign up for either of these at the INFO TENT on April 11th at the festival.