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Bumpus BBQ Rib Competition

Bumpus BBQ Rib Competition Benefiting Elise the Beast! Get ready for a day full of championship BBQ, live entertainment, and family fun as professional BBQ teams battle it out for top honors while supporting an amazing cause! Come enjoy some of the best BBQ around, learn from a world champion pitmaster, and help support Elise the Beast. Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring your appetite! Together, we can make a difference.

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Saturday, August 15, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM 

Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Memphis 2160 Whitten Rd • Memphis, TN

Competition Awards • 1st Place Trophy • 2nd Place Trophy • 3rd Place Trophy • People's Choice Award

$10 Public Tasting Wristband Sample ribs from competing professional BBQ teams and cast your vote for the People's Choice Champion!

Event Schedule • 11:00 AM – Official Judging • 12:30 PM – Whole Hog Presentation • 3:00 PM – Awards Ceremony & Winners Announced

Special Guest Pitmaster Craig Wilkerson Will-B-Que Whole Hog BBQ Team 2026 Memphis in May World Championship Whole Hog Division Winner

Live Music -- Dunk Tank -- Championship BBQ -- Family Friendly Event

Location: 
Bumpus Harley-Davidson, Whitten Road, Memphis, TN, USA
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Contact name: 
Bumpus H-D
Dates: 
08/15/2026
Time: 
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM