Spring in the Mississippi Delta means barbecue smoke, live music, and festival energy. Que on the Yazoo transforms downtown Greenwood into a barbecue destination for Championship and Patio teams sanctioned by the Memphis Barbecue Network.

Now 15 years old, this two-day street festival and BBQ competition is one of Mississippi’s most mouthwatering traditions. Championship teams compete for MBN points and a chance at the MBN Invitational, while Patio teams cook for blind judging.

Friday Highlights (May 21):

• Kicks off at noon with Food Truck Friday

• Friday night categories: Cocktail, Baked Beans, Catfish, Sauce, Chicken, and Beef

• Live music from Doctor Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster

• Fincher’s Spring Style Fashion Show

Saturday Highlights (May 22):

• People’s Choice Competition (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.) – $5 wristband to taste and vote for your favorite BBQ

• Greenwood Gourmet – Home cooks compete in pimento cheese, chicken salad, comeback sauce, pickled vegetables, banana pudding, and bread pudding

• Kids Activities – ArtPlace Mississippi’s ArtZone, inflatables, giant Connect 4, tsunami simulator, and obstacle course

• Pet Pawrade steps off at 11:45 a.m.

• BBQ Awards announced at 5 p.m.

Admission is free. Bring a chair, leave the cooler at home, and come hungry!

Pro Tip: Make it a weekend. Stay at Tallahatchie Flats—just minutes from downtown Greenwood—and enjoy peaceful Delta nights after a day of BBQ, music, and fun.

Official Website: queontheyazoo.com
Main Street Greenwood: mainstreetgreenwood.com