Get ready for the smokiest, most delicious day in Downtown Houma!

The Annual Bourbon & Butts Cook-Off is back!

Join us for a full day of mouth-watering barbecue, lively music, and community spirit.

Saturday, April 18, 2026
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Courthouse Square, Downtown Houma, LA

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Be the next PORK BUTT CHAMPION

The air will be filled with the sweet, smoky aroma of pork butts as local cooking teams battle for the title of "Pork Butt Champion."

REGISTER YOUR TEAM
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More than a BBQ Festival

While the barbecue is the star of the show, the true heart of this event is giving back. Hosted by the Rotary Club of Downtown Houma, the Bourbon & Butts Cook-Off is a vital fundraiser that directly supports our ongoing community service projects. Every ticket sold and every sponsorship secured helps us make a tangible, positive impact right here in Houma.

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Bourbon & Butts Cook-off

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Rotary Club of Downtown Houma

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General Logistics

Here’s Everything You Need to Know to Plan Your Day

Event ticket for Bourbon & Butts BBQ Cook-Off, scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Courthouse Square, Downtown Houma, LA. The ticket costs $10 and features a pig logo with sunglasses, with a barbecue grill in the background.
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What's Included with Your Ticket

Your ticket grants you full access to a day of delicious food and fantastic entertainment.

  • Sample mouthwatering barbecue from all the competing cooking teams.

  • Vote for your favorite team in the pork butt cook-off.

  • Witness friends and neighbors battle it out for the "Pork Butt Champion" title.

  • Enjoy live music performances to keep you entertained all day long.

  • Indulge in our bourbon tasting stations, along with other sweet treats and refreshing beverages.

Please Note: Food and drinks can be purchased from individual teams and vendors.

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Map Event and Layout

A map showing the locations of the main stage, cooking teams, a dedicated kids' zone, and food and beverage vendors will be available soon.

Parking and Directions

Information on nearby public parking and easy directions to Courthouse Square will be posted here as the event date approaches.

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Bourbon & Butts Cook-Off Attendee Rules

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us make this a fantastic event for everyone.

General Admission

  • Tickets: All attendees must present a valid ticket for entry. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.

  • Age Restriction: You must be 21 years or older to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for all alcohol purchases. Anyone under 21 found in possession of alcohol will be escorted from the premises.

  • Parking: Follow all signs and staff instructions for designated parking areas. The event is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items in vehicles.

Behavior & Safety

  • Respectful Conduct: Please be respectful to all cooking teams, vendors, staff, and other attendees. Any disorderly or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

  • Prohibited Items: For the safety of everyone, the following items are not allowed on the event grounds:

    - Outside food or drinks (including water bottles)

    - Weapons of any kind (firearms, knives, etc.)

    - Illegal substances

    - Coolers

    - Glass containers

    - Pets: For the safety of your pets and all guests, please leave all pets at home. Service animals with proper identification are permitted.

  • Photography: You are welcome to take photos and videos for personal use. Professional photography or commercial use requires prior authorization from event organizers.

People's Choice Award

  • Voting: Your ticket includes one vote for the "People's Choice" award. You can cast your vote at the designated voting booth after sampling the pork butt from the competing teams.

  • Voting Deadline: All votes must be cast by 4:00 PM to be counted.

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Get ready to eat your butt off!

Have a question?

If you have any questions about tickets, joining the cook-off, becoming a sponsor, or setting up as a vendor, please feel free to reach out to us. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

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