World's Championship Duck Gumbo Cookoff

Michelob Ultra Duck Gumbo Cook-off

Sponsors: Michelob Ultra and Ludwig Distributing Company of Stuttgart, Arkansas

Gumbo–A Thanksgiving Tradition

The Michelob Ultra Duck Gumbo has become one of the most popular events at the Wings Over The Prairie Festival and one of the best-known parties in the state of Arkansas. It has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many people. Every year, literally thousands of people make plans to attend. There is plenty to see and do.

Competition and Teams

The Duck Gumbo attracts a wide range of people, from celebrities to just-friendly folks. But the Duck Gumbo isn't all fun and games. There is also some very serious competition. 55 teams compete for bragging rights to the "World's Best Duck Gumbo."

Each team is required to cook 3 quarts of gumbo and 50% of the meat used in the recipe must be duck. Teams start cooking at 10 in the morning and final judging takes place at 3 in the afternoon.

Awards and Booths

Prizes are awarded for first, second and third place. But even if a team's gumbo doesn't win the taste test, each team has a shot at winning the award for Best Booth. When you visit the Michelob Ultra Duck Gumbo Cook-off, one of the first things you'll notice are the elaborate booths the teams assemble. Most have a theme and teams have been known to work all year designing an eye-catching booth.

Reconnect with Friends

The Michelob Ultra Duck Gumbo is also a chance to see old friends. Some people are known to see each other once a year—and that's at the Duck Gumbo.

Be sure to visit the Michelob Ultra World Championship Duck Gumbo, which takes place the Saturday after Thanksgiving in Stuttgart, Arkansas.

Community event in Stuttgart, Arkansas County, AR 72160.