We are excited to be geared up and ready for the 10th Annual Scottsboro BBQ Festival. The event offers FREE general admission and access to more than 175 registered vendors, including family activities throughout the entire day!
Activities for the Entire Family!
People's Choice Competition
Visitors get the chance to purchase a ticket to sample up to 10 Boston Butts and up to 10 Desserts in the annual People's Choice Competition. Tickets may be purchased at the Welcome Tent or at the People's Choice area for $10. After sampling the meat and dessert, you return to vote for your favorite in each category!
Kid's Fun Zone
This year we have so many kids activities that we couldn't possible put them all in one location! As always, we have a variety of inflatables, our pumpkin bowling, face painting, the Euro Bungy, obstacle course, Kids-Q Competition, and returning in 2024 is the fishing pond!
Some activities are free and some require a small fee to participate, but there is something for everyone of every age, including the Cornhole Tournament on the south side of the square!
Kids-Q Contest
Kids ages 5-12 grill a burger in the Kids-Q Contest, during the morning hours of the festival. Pre-registration required.
Cornhole Tournament
Teams sign up to compete for cash prizes in the annual Cornhole Tournament, conducted by Alabama Cornhole. Teams may register on-site between 12pm-1pm with the tournament starting at 1pm. Awards will follow at the end of the contest. Cash prizes: 1st Place $150, 2nd Place $80, 3rd Place $50. Trophies awarded to the Championship team and medals are awarded to the first and second place teams. Entry fee is $20 per team. Register Here!
Car/Tuck/Motorcycle Show
Situated around City Hall is the Car Show. Participants can register their car in the morning hours for their chance to win cash prize and other goodies. On-site registration only.
Barq-Off Dog Show & Parade
The Dog Show will be held on the northwest corner of the square near Payne's. Contestants may enter their dog in various categories to win cash prizes. Categories to enter include Cutest Dog, Most Talented and Best Costume, plus a Best In Show.
