National Gumbo Festival Team Ticket 2026

Register your team to compete in the annual Gumbo Festival! We’re thrilled to welcome you to this year’s event, Saturday, November 7th from 11 AM - 2 PM at CoastAL Restaurant in beautiful Orange Beach, Alabama. It’s going to be a flavorful day of friendly competition, community spirit, and of course - mouthwatering gumbo!Below you’ll find everything you need to know about competing, including rules, entry details, and prize info. Gather your crew, perfect your secret recipe, and get ready to compete for the ultimate gumbo glory!Team Entry Fee: $150 per team (Teams of 3 people)Includes: 3 official Gumbo Fest T-shirts, $100 Rouses Market gift card + CoastAL gift bagTeam Requirements:• Each team must prepare a minimum of 7 gallons of gumbo• All ingredients and cooking tools are the responsibility of each team• Only propane-powered cooking equipment is allowed (no electricity or generators)• No dishwashing station will be available on-site• No outside alcoholic beverages permitted• All teams must follow proper food handling procedures as defined by the State of AlabamaWe Provide:• One 10x10 tent• One 6-foot table• 3 folding chairs• Sampling bowls and spoons for servingPrize Payouts:1st Place: $1,000 + Gumbo Paddle Trophy2nd Place: $500 + Gumbo Paddle Trophy3rd Place: $250 + Gumbo Paddle TrophyPeople’s Choice: $500 + Gumbo Paddle Trophy + Bragging RightsWe can’t wait to taste what you’re cookin’ - may the best gumbo win!** Tasting tickets go live on September 7th, 2026 at 9am CT!