Gumbo Shootout At The Shrine
Gumbo Shootout At The Shrine

GUMBO SHOOTOUT AT THE SHRINE!

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Benefiting The Hadji Shrine Fraternity

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WE ARE EXCITED TO SEE EVERYONE AT THIS YEARS GUMBO SHOOTOUT!

The date is approaching fast and we’re making preparations. Don’t miss out!

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WHO WE ARE!

 

Shriners International is a fraternity based on fun, fellowship and the Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief and truth.

The possibilities for having fun as a Shriner are endless.


Our local Shrine Centers (chapters) around the world have thousands of activity-based clubs, units and events that provide ways for members to connect with each other in a fun environment. A unique aspect of our local chapters is that creativity is encouraged, and if a club for a particular activity doesn’t exist, members are empowered to create one.


We seek to attract men of different backgrounds, career paths, ages and interests, and the unique ideas, beliefs and perspectives they bring to our global Shriners family. Our members are known for their loyalty, camaraderie and their steadfast support of each other, their communities and their philanthropy, Shriners Children's.

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ABOut the event

SEPTEMBER 12, 2026

The Gumbo Shootout at the Shrine is a fundraising event to help support our local Shrine Temple. “Proceeds are for the benefit of Hadji Shriners activities.  Payments are not deductible as charitable contributions.” 


FOR THE PUBLIC, We will be selling wristbands for tasting all of the delicious gumbo and ancillary food entries for $20. People’s Choice is voted on with tokens.  Each person purchasing a Wrist Band will be given 5 tokens for voting. Children under 12 will be admitted free of charge. 


  • The event will be held on September 6th from 12PM-UNTIL WE RUN OUT!
  • People's Choice tasting for the public will be held from 12PM-UNTIL WE RUN OUT!
  • Event address will be at 800 West 9 Mile Rd., Pensacola, FL 32534
  • Alcoholic Beverages will be available on site for purchase. (NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL ALLOWED)
  • There will be an ATM on Site
  • We will have arts & craft vendors! 
  • There will be a children's area at the event. 
  • We will also have koozies and shirts for sale at the event.
  • There will be a  Steak Cookoff Happening the same day that will be sanctioned by Steak Cookoff Association. For more info on this event please visit wwww.sizzlinsteakshowdown.com


We look forward to having a fun filled day and hope to see everyone there.



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WHAT WILL I BE WINNING YOU SAY???

PRIZES AND PAYOUTS!

EACH GUMBO CATEGORY - CELEBRITY JUDGES CHOICE

1st Place - Trophy and $300

2nd Place - Trophy and $200

3rd Place - Trophy and $100

ANYTHING COLD & IN A CUP CATEGORY - CELEBRITY JUDGES CHOICE

1st Place - Trophy and $200

2nd Place - Trophy and $100

3rd Place - Trophy and $50

PEOPLE'S CHOICE (Each Gumbo)

Trophy and $200

MOST MONEY EARNED - Remember this is a fundraiser! Every Bit Counts! Help out those teams get the Mo

Trophy & Bragging Rights

Event TIMELINE

9/11/2026

Early Check In

Before

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6PM

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Early Check In

Teams will be able to check-in early on Friday before 6PM. You can set your tent and station up and the grounds will be guarded by a police ...

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Before

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6PM

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Pre-Party Jambalaya!

6PM

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UNTIL

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Pre-Party Jambalaya!

All wristband holders will be invited to the pre-party Jambalaya Cook. We will have a live band, Jambalaya and sides, and a full bar donatio...

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6PM

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UNTIL

9/12/2026

Team Load In

Begins At 6AM

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9/12/2026

Team Load In

Teams will need to start setting up their area unless they have done so the night before. 

Begins At 6AM

9/12/2026

Mandatory Team Captain Meeting

9:30 AM

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9/12/2026

Mandatory Team Captain Meeting

Team Captain will need to come to the Director Stafff building for a mandatory captains meeting. We will be going over the judging and peopl...

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9:30 AM

9/12/2026

People's Choice

11:30AM

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3:00PM

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9/12/2026

People's Choice

Teams should have their area clean and ready for People's Choice by 11:30AM. Guests will begin tasting at 12:00PM and will continue through ...

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11:30AM

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3:00PM

9/12/2026

Celebrity Judging Seafood Gumbo

12:00PM

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Celebrity Judging Seafood Gumbo

At this point, you will be bringing your entry to the tent on the West Side of the building in front of the Gold Room. This year will be bli...

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12:00PM

9/12/2026

Celebrity Judging Anything Cold & In A Cup

12:15PM

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9/12/2026

Celebrity Judging Anything Cold & In A Cup

At this point, you will be bringing your entry to the tent on the West Side of the building in front of the Gold Room. This year will be bli...

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12:15PM

9/12/2026

Celebrity Judging Seafood Gumbo

12:30PM

Event Details

9/12/2026

Celebrity Judging Seafood Gumbo

At this point, you will be bringing your entry to the tent on the West Side of the building in front of the Gold Room. This year will be bli...

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12:30PM

9/12/2026

People's Choice Token Collection

3:00PM

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9/12/2026

People's Choice Token Collection

The Event coordinators will come around to count and collect your tokens for people's choice! 

3:00PM

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REGISTER YOUR TEAM NOW!!

TEAM ENTRY FEES WILL BE:

SEAFOOD GUMBO - $50

NON-SEAFOOD GUMBO - $50

ANYTHING COLD & IN A CUP - $25

ALL 3 CATEGORIES CATEGORIES - $100

These entry fees will include 4 wristbands per team for complimentary beverages on Saturday!

Click on the link below to register. Thank you for your support!

REGISTER HERE!

WANT TO BECOME A VENDOR?

This year, we are adding all sorts of craft, retail and non-profit vendors to our event! We would love to have your support and be a part of this great fundraiser. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please fill out this vendor form so we can count you in for the fun! 


VENDOR FEES:

ALL VENDOR FEES WILL BE $25 THIS YEAR!

**We will put first come first serve inside the main auditorium and after that is filled, we will start placing vendors outside in the event area.**

SIGN UP HERE!

RULES AND REGULATIONS DOWNLOAD

2025 Cajun Shootout Team Rules & Regulations.docx (pdf)

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2026 SPONSORS:

Want to Become A Sponsor?

The only reason our events are successful is because of the support of our community and our partners in sponsorships! We have a ton of support from our community, but we are always looking for new sponsors to grow with us! If you would like to join us in our event, please fill out the form below or contact us at gumboshootout@gmail.com


Thank you so much for your support of Hadji Shrine! 

 “Proceeds are for the benefit of Hadji Shriners activities.  Payments are not deductible as charitable contributions.” 

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800 West Nine Mile Road, Pensacola, Florida 32534, United States

8503963846

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