Dempsey's 3rd Annual Crawfish Cookoff

05/16/2026

🦞🐶 TOMORROWS THE DAY! 🦞🐶

Where: Hancock County Arena 4184 Kiln DeLisle Rd KILN MS
When: 11-Till!

Join us tomorrow for a day full of entertainment & fun for all! We have live entertainment all day, corgi races, car show, vendors, kid zone, & so much more!

•REMINDER, you can get your ticket discounted to $40.00 if you provide a pet supply at the gate/time of purchase (food,litter, cleaning supplies, etc)

Come out and support our 3rd Annual Dempsey’s Crawfish cookoff & the Hancock County Animal Shelter!

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*NO ICE CHEST WILL BE PERMITTED INTO THE ARENA. Fold up chairs are welcomed!*

05/15/2026

🦞🐶 WINNER WINNER CRAWFISH DINNER! 🐶🦞

The winner of our 3rd annual crawfish cookoff is AMBER SHAW!!! 🥳🎉

Congratulations, please pick up your tickets and goodies day of at the front gate!!

WE CANT WAIT TO SEE EVERYONE SUNDAY! Reminder that you can purchase your tickets ahead at www.eatatdempseys.com

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05/08/2026

🚨FINAL CALL FOR TEAMS, VEDORS, SPONSOSRSHIPS!! 🚨

It’s time yall!!! We want to allow one more chance to be a part of one of the best events on the gulf coast, our 3rd annual Dempsey’s Crawfish Cookoff! (Paws, Claws, & Crawfish). This event DOES benefit the Hancock County Animal Shelter. 🐶🐶🐶

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS MONDAY MAY 11, 2025 for the following:

•Teams
•Sponsorships
•Vendors

🦞🐶 You can prepay & sign up at www.eatatdempseys.com

05/05/2026

🦞🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME!!! 🎉🦞

We’re gearing up for our 3rd Annual Crawfish Cookoff and we’re giving YOU a chance to WIN BIG!

📅 May 17, 2026
⏰ 11 AM until… ☺️
📍 Hancock County Arena

One lucky winner will receive:
🎟️ 2 Admission Wristbands
👕 Official 3rd Annual Crawfish Cookoff Shirt
🥤 Dempsey’s Tumbler
💥 GIVEAWAY VALUE: $150.00 💥

🔥 HOW TO ENTER:

✔️ Like Dempsey’s Seafood & Steaks page
✔️ Tag 3 friends in the comments
✔️ Share this Post!
👉🏼 winner will be announced Friday May 15,2026!👈🏼

That’s it! Get ready for a day full of crawfish, music, fun, and community — and you might just score this awesome prize pack!

🦞 Let the tagging begin… GOOD LUCK!!! 🦞

05/01/2026

🐶🦞 HANCOCK COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT 🐶🦞

At Dempsey’s, our love for animals is at the heart of everything we do. Right now, the Hancock County Animal Shelter is facing an urgent need for donations, and every contribution truly makes a difference in the care and wellbeing of these animals.

We invite you to take a moment today to watch our incredible leader, Diane Hennessey & Greg from the Hancock County Animal Shelter share why this cause is so important and how our upcoming event helps support the shelter.

Together, we can make a meaningful impact for animals in need.

👉🏼HOW CAN YOU HELP? 👈🏼
•Sponsor our Event!
•Sign up a Boiling Team!
•Become a Vendor!
•Provide Pet Supplies!

🚨DISCOUNT ALERT!!!🚨
🐶Bring pet supplies day of event and get your admissions discounted to $40 versus $50! 🐶

Thank you for your compassion and support & remember you can purchase your tickets, sign up teams, become a vendor at….

Www.eatatdempseys.com

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04/30/2026

🚗🔥 Car Show at Our Crawfish Cookoff! 🔥🚗

Join us Sunday, May 17, 2026 at the Hancock County Arena for an unforgettable day of cars, crawfish, and fun for the whole family!

We are now accepting ALL makes and models for our Car Show — bring your ride and show it off! 🏆

👉 Award for Overall Best Auto
🕘 Car Arrival Time: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM

🎟️ Admission: $50 (includes full event access!)
That means you get:
🎶 Live Bands
🦞 Crawfishr
🐶 Corgi Races
🎈 Kid Zone
…and more!

💙 Discount Opportunity:
Bring pet supplies to donate to the Hancock County Animal Shelter and get your ticket for $40!
Spots are limited, so don’t wait!

📩 Message us to register or for more info
Let’s make this the best cookoff and car show yet! 🚘🔥

04/23/2026

🐶🐶 CALLING ALL CORGIS!!!! 🐶🐶

👇🏼 sign up for our Corgi Dog Races hosted by the MS Gulf Coast Corgis! (Sign up form below) 👇🏼

Please feel free to reach out with any questions! 🐶🦞

What We’re Looking For We’re looking for fun, energetic corgis of all personalities and racing styles to participate in the Corgi Races at the Dempsey’s Steak & Seafood Paws, Claws & Crawfish Cook-Off 2026 on Sunday, May 17, 2026. No previous racing experience is required — just a positive a...

04/23/2026

🦞🐾 Dempsey’s 3rd Annual Crawfish Cookoff is BACK! 🐾🦞

We’re gearing up for one of the biggest and best events of the year — and you don’t want to miss it!

📢 We are STILL accepting:
• Cooking Teams 🦞
• Vendors 🛍️
• Sponsors 🤝

This year is extra special as we’ve partnered with Mississippi Gulf Coast Corgis to bring you our 1st Annual CORGI RACES 🐶🏁 happening between band sets!

📅 Sunday, May 17th
⏰ Cookoff starts at 11:00 AM
📍 Hancock County Arena | Kiln, MS

Come out for:
🎶 Live Music
🌮 Amazing Food
🍻 Cold Drinks
🐶 Corgi Races
🚗 Car Show
🎉 Fun for the whole family/kids zone

❤️ This is a CHARITY EVENT ❤️
Procceds will benefit the Hancock County Animal Shelter 🐾
Get involved, support a great cause, and be part of an unforgettable day!


📩 Message us or call to sign up as a team, vendor, or sponsor!

04/20/2026

🔥🦞 Dempsey’s Seafood & Steak Presents 🐾
🎉 Paws, Claws & Crawfish Cook-Off 2026! 🎉
📅 May 17, 2026

Get ready for one of the BEST events of the year — bigger, better, and packed with fun for the whole family!

🎶 Live Entertainment
🦞 Crawfish Cook-Off
🚗 Car Show
🐶 CORGI RACE (you don’t want to miss this!)

We are STILL ACCEPTING:
👉 Cook-Off Teams (show off your skills & compete for top prizes!)
👉 Vendors (food, crafts, and more!)
👉 Sponsors (great exposure + VIP perks available!)

Tickets, Vendors, Sponsorship can be purchased/viewed at www.eatatdempseys.com

This event keeps getting better every year, and 2026 is shaping up to be the biggest yet. Whether you’re cooking, selling, sponsoring, or just coming out to enjoy — there’s something for everyone!

📩 Message us or call to get signed up today!

04/06/2026

🔥 We’re gearing up for our BIGGEST Crawfish Cook-Off yet… and YOU can still be part of it! 🔥

After the incredible success of our past events (if you were there, you know the energy 🔥🦞), we’re bringing it back even bigger this year! Check out this video from last year to see the crowd, the fun, and the unforgettable atmosphere 👇

💥 NOW ACCEPTING:
🦞 Cook Teams – Think you’ve got what it takes?
🥇 1st Place: $1,500 💰

🤝 Sponsors – Get your business in front of a huge crowd! ✨ Amazing perks included (VIP tables, premium exposure, and more!)

🛍 Vendors – Join the action and connect with hundreds of attendees!

This isn’t just a cook-off… it’s a full-on community event packed with great food, entertainment, kid zones, and good times! Every year keeps getting bigger and better, and 2026 is shaping up to be the BEST one yet!

📩 Message us today to lock in your spot as a team, sponsor, or vendor!
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