Shep Fest: Rib Competition

Shep Fest 2025
| 🗓️ Saturday, July 26 | ⏰ Tickets go on sale at 4:00 PM | Gates opens at 6:00 PM

Shep Fest is coming in hot for its first-ever rib showdown! For just $20 at the door (cash only), you’ll get in on a night full of flavor, fun, and fire. The Rib Feed starts at 6:00 PM and runs until 7:30 PM or until the ribs are gone. Judging kicks off at 5:45 PM, and winners will be announced at 7:30 PM. Come hungry and ready to dig in.

All proceeds benefit the Elbow Foundation, supporting scholarships for local students pursuing careers in the trades and technical fields. Eat well, do good.

🔥 Want to Compete?
Get your team in the mix and compete for cash and glory:

Entry Fee: $120

Payment: Cash or check to Elbow Foundation

Meat must be ready by 5:30 PM for blind judging at 5:45 PM

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 23rd

🏆 Prizes:
🥇 1st Place – $500 + Trophy
🥈 2nd Place – $300
🥉 3rd Place – $200
People's Choice

Bring the smoke. Bring the flavor. Win the trophy.

Sign up form:
https://forms.gle/H6sh1QR2m7uvjaAb6

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• Next month, 22nd August, 05:00 pm, Elbow Convention 2025! in Brainerd

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