Scottsboro BBQ Cookoff

Scottsboro BBQ Cookoff

By Karah Wilson


SCOTTSBORO, Ala.—Scottsboro will be hosting it’s first annual BBQ Cook-off on Sept. 26 in Downtown Scottsboro at The Square. The cook-off is presented by Scottsboro Downtown Redevelopment Authority, the Scottsboro Tourism Advisory Committee, and Downtown Scottsboro. The cook-off will consist of a market, kids play zone, live entertainment, and food vendors. The event will last from 8 A.M. until 6 P.M. To enter as a vendor for the market, it is $75 a space. To enter as a food vendor, it is also $75 a space.

There will also be a backyard BBQ competition with categories in ribs and chicken. Trophies will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in both categories. 1st place will receive $125 and runner-up will receive $75. It is $125 to compete. KCBS cooking and judging rules will apply. On-site cooking only is allowed. The contestant must supply grill, meat, power, water, and all supplies and equipment needed. If you have any questions on how to enter, call Debbie Butler at 256-244-1308. You can also visit www.downtownscottsboro.org or find them on Facebook.