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About Us

Who - Guests invited are friends and family of the Hollingshead brothers or any of the cooks. Register as a cook to be apart of the fun!

What - A competition to see who can make the best wings in Meridian!

When - The 3rd Saturday each June, from 11am until a winner is declared at typically around 3:30.

Where - Julius M. Kleiner Park, Meridian, Idaho 83642.

Why - A sibling rivalry grew into a town competition that we annually celebrate!

How - In the summer of 2001, the Hollingshead brothers decided to answer the question of who had the best hot wing recipe by hosting an informal backyard grilling contest. Since then, its grown to be an event to remember!

How Much - It changes depending on the expected turnout, but it's always cheaper to order days before the event instead of buying in person. Tickets usually cost around $25 when buying at the venue.

What Else - find out more about us through our social media , by asking us via email, or by exploring our site!

Rules

  • No glass allowed. Whether it's bottles, containers, or anything else, please ensure they are plastic only.
  • Pets are welcome. However, you must clean up after your own pet.
  • Please take care of your own trash. Leave the park cleaner than when you arrived.
  • Personal alcohol is permitted, but alcohol will be provided in the beer garden. You may not take your home alcohol into the beer garden, and no drinks leave the beer garden.
  • Music will be provided. You may bring your own, but please be considerate of others.
  • You may bring personal activities (Cornhole, Spikeball, etc.) for your crew, and even others, but please keep them away from grills and equipment.

Schedule

7am - 11:45am

General set up

11:45am - 12pm

Announcements

12pm - 2pm

Cooking/Judging

2pm - 2:30pm

Judging Tally

3pm - 3:30pm

Awards Ceremony

Judging Categories

Best Overall
Most Original

Hottest
People's Choice

Prep and Appearance - 25%

  • Was appearance the intended color, and uniformity?
  • Was the wing over/undercooked?
  • Was the wing unintentionally dry* or too greasy/soggy?
    *Dry rubs would qualify as intentionally dry
  • Was the wing free of unintentional* burning?
    *Examples of intentional burning would be grill marks or searing
  • Was skin in tact?
  • Is the overall look of the wing appetizing?

Taste - 75%

  • Was flavor and texture acceptable?
  • Was the sauce overwhelming, or barely noticeable?
  • Did the sauce contain the right amount of intended kick*?
    *Kick can be defined as flavor or spice
  • Did it have an aftertaste (desirable/undesirable)?
  • Most importantly: Did you want to eat the entire wing, and even ask for seconds?

Kiwanis Care Kits

All Wing Off event proceeds support the Kiwanis Care Kits for Children program. More information available here.