DUCK GUMBO COOK-OFF

The Duck Gumbo Cook-off is sponsored by Michelob Ultra and Ludwig Distributing Company of Stuttgart, Arkansas.

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

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.

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.

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.

Duck Gumbo 2024 winners

1st Place- ARRR Gumbo - Head Cook Tim Vose
2nd Place- Duck Naked Gumbo - Head Cook Sean Fischer
3rd Place- Duck Down Gumbo - Head Cook Erle Hammons
Best Booth - Cypress Crossing

Remaining top 10:

4th: 746979

5th: 746980

6th: 746981

7th: 746986

8th: 746987

9th: 746942

10th: 746985