Dempsey's 3rd Annual Crawfish Cookoff

06/10/2026

🐶🦞What an Incredible Day for Our Shelter Pets! 🦞🐶

Our cookoff was about so much more than great food and friendly competition—it was about a community coming together to make a real difference.

Because of the generosity of our community members, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and cookoff teams, we were able to provide 50 brand-new specialty dog beds, multiple fans to help our animals stay comfortable during the intense South Mississippi heat, and an abundance of much-needed dog/cat supplies.

Every ticket purchased, sponsorship secured, vendor booth set up, teams/sponsorship, helped create a better environment for the animals in our care. These donations will provide comfort, enrichment, and relief to so many deserving dogs/cats while they wait for their forever homes.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed their time, resources, and support. Your kindness reminds us that when a community works together, amazing things happen.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping us make a lasting impact on the lives of our shelter animals & we will see yall next year! 🐾❤️

(Not pictured, 50 dog beds shipping directly to the shelter!!)

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!