The pits are a big part of Octoberfest!

 

Cooking teams will gather in downtown Cleveland on October 9–10, 2026, for the Mississippi Delta Barbecue State Championship, sanctioned by the Memphis Barbecue Network.

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Contest Type

• Standard

• patio

• ancillaries

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Organizer & judge contact Information

Judge Contact: Elise Jenkins
Address: P. O. Box 191, Ruleville, MS 38771
Phone: 662-719-1675
Email: jenkins4936@gmail.com​

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Contest Reps

• Tonya Eubanks

• Becky Palmer

• Greg & Lois Sebastian

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Hotel room Block

There is a hotel room block at the Lyric Hotel.
Room rate is $149 + taxes
Reservation may be made HERE