You are invited you to Bud & Burgers in the Bay, a competition that's all about finding the best burger in the region. This year the event is presented by the Silver Slipper Casino Hotel in partnership with the Krewe of Nereids Mermaids Arts & Crafts Show. This spectacular event is set to take place at the Historic Train Depot from 11am to 3pm.
The general public is invited to purchase tickets for unlimited burger tastings. The event is managed by the Hancock Chamber and proceeds benefit small business programs and a portion of the proceeds benefit the Food Pantry.
PREPURCHASE EARLY BIRD DEALS ONLINE ONLY - CLOSES 5PM, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2026$15 - Early Bird Adult - Save $5$5 - Children 5-12Free - Children under 5
$35 Burger & Beer Duo - Early Bird Includes admission for 2 adults, unlimited burger sampling, and one 5-Beer Punch Card. $55 Day-of Value – Save $20
$35 FAMILY 4-PACK - Includes admission for 2 adults, 2 kids, unlimited burger sampling, and one $10 Event Card to use for soda, water and/or koozies. $60 Day-of Value – Save $25
DAY OF EVENT ADMISSION
$20 Adults$5 Children 5-12, under 5 freeincludes unlimited burger sampling
BUD & BURGERS IN THE BAY IS NOT JUST ANY BURGER COMPETITION: it promises a day filled with incredible experiences, including live music, and interactive exhibits.
Participating is easy, just go to www.hancockchamber.org to register online and find out all the details you need. Teams can compete for the title with an entry fee of $100. Additionally, we offer sponsorship opportunities ranging from $250 to $1,000, providing you with great visibility and involvement in this stellar event.
PRIZES AND RECOGNITION: A panel of esteemed judges will crown the best burgers, and the winners will receive prestigious prizes. But that's not all! The crowd's opinion matters, and the burger with the most votes will earn the People's Choice award. Let your creativity soar, as burgers with a space theme are the order of the day. Let your imagination blast off and create an extraordinary burger that's truly out of this world!
THE ULTIMATE PRIZE OF THE DAY? Bragging rights! Take home the honor of being crowned as the team with the best burgers in town. People's Choice voting is $1 per vote for their favorite burger. Mark your calendars, prepare your taste buds, and gear up for an unforgettable day of burgers, fun, and community.
11am to 3pm
Train Depot Grounds
Ground of the Historic Train Depot
PRESALE - ONLINE ONLY - CLOSES MIDNIGHT, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11$15 - Early Bird Adult$5 - Children 5-12Free - Children under 5
DAY OF EVENT GATE ADMISSION
The event is managed by the Hancock Chamber and proceeds benefit small business programs and a portion of the proceeds benefit the Food Pantry.
Team Registration without sponsorship
Entry fee: $100
Each team will receive 4 admission tickets as part of the $100, each additional team member will need to buy admission.
Paper products will be provided, but teams are responsible for providing all other supplies, i.e. chosen burger ingredients, condiments, tent and table.
Sponsorship with Team Registration
$250 – Trimmings & Toppings – One team entry, name on banner – 4 admissions with 4 T-shirts, 4 drink cards$500 – Stack Slider – One team entry, name on banner, T-shirts – 8 admissions with 4 T-shirts, 4 drink cards$750 – Grill Master – One team entry, name on banner, T-Shirts & Koozies, 12 admissions with 4 T-shirts, 4 drink cards$1000 – Burger Beast – One team entry, individual banner, name on T-shirts & Koozies, 16 admissions with 4 T-shirts, 4 drink cards
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