Bastrop Juneteenth Gumbo Cook-off

Get ready to taste the best gumbo in Bastrop! Local and regional cooks will compete to claim the title of 2026 Juneteenth Celebration Gumbo Champion, and YOU get to taste and vote for the winners.

Choose your experience:

Early Bird Tasting Ticket
• Limited to the first 50 ticket holders
• Includes 1-hour early access before tasting lines open
• Free exclusive Gumbo Cook-Off T-shirt included
• Best chance to sample every team’s gumbo while it’s hot and fresh

General Admission Tasting Ticket
• Access to tasting booths once general lines are open
• Cast your vote for your favorite gumbo "People's Choice"

Your participation supports Bastrop Juneteenth scholarships and community events — so every taste makes a difference! Bring your family, your appetite, and your voting power. Let’s celebrate freedom, culture, and great food together!