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UALR Student Chapter Mardi Gras Cajun Cook Off
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM (CST)
Event Details
📅 Event Details:
- Date: FAT TUESDAY - February 17, 2026
- Location: Riggs CAT, 9125 Interstate 30, Little Rock, AR 72209
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Event Time: Cooking starts at 1pm, tasting & event begins is 3pm - 6pm
🍴 What You’ll Get to Judge:
As a an attendee, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to taste and judge food from a variety of categories, including:
As a an attendee, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to taste and judge food from a variety of categories, including:
- Best Gumbo
- Best Étouffée
- Best Alternative Entree
- Best Miscellaneous
- Best Signature Cocktail or Mocktail
🎭 More Fun at the Event:
- "Float" (Booth) Decorating Contest: Watch teams compete for a cash prize with their creative Mardi Gras-themed displays.
- Live Music: Enjoy live entertainment from the Kordsmeiers band from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
- Baggo Games: Just for fun!
🎟️ Registration Fees:
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To compete is $125/team of four ($25 for each additional guest)
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To attend & taste only is $25 per person
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UALR Students attend with a valid UALR ID
To compete, attend, or sponsor, please complete the attached form and return to ksrodriguez@ualr.edu by February 10. Please direct any questions to Karla as well.
For More Information:
Karla Roderiguez
ksrodriguez@ualr.edu
CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM
Registration form must be completed sent to ksrodriguez@ualr.edu by February 10.