The Manning Hausbarn–Heritage Park is excited to host our 9th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Rib & Soup Cook-Off 🥩🍲
📅 Saturday, March 7
🕔 Doors open at 5:00 PM
Truly a day when the Germans go Irish! 🇩🇪➡️🇮🇪
We’ll have 14+ rib grillers and a crowd of talented soup chefs competing in this fun, amateur cook-off—so you KNOW the food will be amazing. Come early to get ribs and soup from your favorite contestants! Extra ribs and sides will be served until 7:30 PM or until gone. If a contestant runs out, don’t worry—extra ribs will be available at the Sides Table.
🏆 Winners announced at 6:30 PM
Along with introductions of our celebrity rib & soup judges and certified Lead BBQ Judges:
👉 Dr. PJ Greteman
👉 Dr. Dave Nystrom
👉 Clayton Haley
🍰 Live Dessert Auction to follow!
Auctioneer Nate Brandt & Company will be serving up bids on delicious treats like:
Shamrock cookies, St. Patty’s Hat Cake, fresh pies, cheesecakes, margarita cake, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and more!
Plus enjoy a silent & live auction, unique one-of-a-kind items, and the always-popular Heads & Tails game (fun for all ages!).
🎟 Tickets
• $10 in advance at Templeton Savings Bank, First National Bank, from a Hausbarn board or committee member, or by calling (712) 655-3131
• $15 at the door
Your ticket includes rib & soup tasting, baked beans, mac & cheese, coleslaw, and drinks.
👉 Extra ribs available for purchase.
🍀 Pro tip: Buy tickets early and come dressed in your best St. Patrick’s Day attire!
We can’t wait to see you for a night of great food, fun, and community! 💚
Also check out other Food & Drink events in Manning.
