Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off (MCRCO)

2025 Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off 12pm to 7pm
2025-09-06 12:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main Street, Marshfield, MA, 02050, United States
The 17th Annual Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off competition and community fundraiser returns to the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Saturday Sept. 6th from 12pm to 7pm.
Visit Plan Your Day—Your Complete Guide to The 2025 MCRCO Rib Cook-off for details.
Wristbands are no longer be available on this page. Come to the Rib Cook-off today! Wristbands are available at the gate for $12pp starting at 12pm.
Children under 12 attend for free. Free parking, too!
Questions? Reach out to info@mcrco.org

2024 MCRCO After Hours
2024-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main Street, Marshfield, MA, 02050, United States
The MCRCO presents a brand-new after hours event “When the Smoke Clears.” When the Rib Cook-off ends, the fun continues! Enjoy a late summer’s evening supporting our community while listening to great music. Divas With A Twist will have you dancing and singing and there will be lots to eat and drink. Event Details
Buy your ticket in advance and save!
Price is $15.00 per person in advance ($20.00 per person at the gate on Sept. 7, 2024).
Purchase 2024 MCRCO Rib Cook-Off Wristbands*
*To purchase admission for BOTH Rib Cook-off AND After-Hours, add one to your cart, and continue shopping to add the second event.

2024 Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off 12pm to 5pm
2024-09-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main Street, Marshfield, MA, 02050, United States
The 16th Annual Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off competition and community fundraiser returns to the Marshfield Fairgrounds on Saturday Sept. 7th from 12pm to 5pm. Event Details
Buy your ticket in advance and save!
Price is $7.00 per person in advance ($10.00 per person at the gate on Sept. 7, 2024).
This year, MCRCO has extended the fun and the FUNdraising with our new after hours event, “When the Smoke Clears” with Divas With a Twist! Rib Cook-off wristbands are valid only during the hours of 12pm and 5pm.
*To purchase admission for BOTH Rib Cook-off AND After-Hours, add one to your cart, and continue shopping to add the second event.
Purchase 2024 MCRCO After Hours Tickets

Annual Giving
2023-11-28 08:00 - 2023-12-31 17:00 | MA

2023 Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off - Tickets Available at the Gate at 12pm!
2023-09-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main Street, Marshfield, MA, 02050, United States
The 15th Annual Marshfield Community Cook-Off returns Saturday September 9th, 2023.
Advanced ticket sales are closed but tickets are available at the Gate starting at 12pm on Saturday September 9. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
The Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off [MCRCO] is a family-oriented fun-filled event supporting charitable organizations who embody the MCRCO’s mission to support local youth and families facing economic hardship and food and housing insecurity. Three thousand+ BBQ enthusiasts gather at the Marshfield Fairgrounds in mid September each year. Teams fire up their smokers as early as 5am that morning and prepare their highly curated rubs and sauces aimed at wowing our judge panel comprised of culinary experts and community celebrities who know a thing or two about great ribs!
While ribs are the main event, there’s so much more – including live music and fun for the whole family! The event features live music from Cindy Lou & Three Fine Fellas whose sultry and smoky (pun intended) sounds will emanate from the main stage; Duxbury-based upbeat cover band Despite Dwight; and husband and wife acoustic duo “Sam and Siobhán”. Kids will enjoy the annual Touch a Truck event and backyard games.
View our Frequently Asked Questions Did we miss something? Contact us at info@mcrco.org

Wristbands are available for $7.00 at the Gate on September 9th.
Wristbands are required for Adults and Children ages 11 and up (free admission ages 10 and under but they must wear wristbands as well). Enjoy FREE parking!
Wristbands must be worn by all attendees.
The admission fee does not include the cost of food and beverage during the event.
Food and Beverage
Rib tickets are $2.00 each and are available for purchase at check-in by cash or credit card.
Additional food and beverage items including sides, beer, water, can be purchased during the event using cash or credit cards.
Attention Guests with Allergies:
We understand the importance of allergen awareness and given the nature of our event we cannot assure the absence of or possible contact with allergens.
NO PETS ALLOWED: No dogs or pets of any kind are allowed at the event with the exception of service dogs. Service dogs will be admitted as long as they are wearing a vest that identifies them as such and are leashed at all times.
View our Frequently Asked Questions

Informational Reception to Learn More about MCRCO
2023-06-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Osteria Vivo, 254 Church Street, Pembroke, MA, 02359, United States
Join us on Monday June 26th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at an informational reception hosted by AccuRisk at Osterio Vivo in Pembroke. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and learn more about MCRCO’s local impact and exciting sponsorship opportunities. Come as you are — from work, play, or the beach — and raise a glass with fellow community members while learning how together we can make a difference. We hope you’ll join us!
Kindly RSVP below. There is no cost or sponsorship obligation to attend.
Can’t make it to the reception? Reach out directly to MCRCO to learn more about sponsorship.
AccuRisk is the lead sponsor of The 15th Annual Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off (MCRCO) event, planned for Sept. 9, 2023. Wristbands are on sale now!

MCRCO Sponsor Appreciation
2023-04-23 01:00 - 16:00 | North Community Church Parish House, 83 Old Main Street, Marshfield, 02050, United States
As a sponsor or supporter of the 2022 Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off, you are cordially invited to join the MCRCO team and event beneficiaries to celebrate our collaborative success and look ahead with us to 2023!
MCRCO Sponsor Appreciation Event
Sunday April 23, 2023 from 1pm to 4pm
North Community Church Parish House
83 Old Main Street, Marshfield, MA
Drinks and appetizers will be served.
Please RSVP below with the number of people who will attend. Know someone who may be interested in becoming a sponsor? Please bring them along to learn more. All are welcome!

Season of Giving
2022-11-01 - 2022-12-31 | MA
Thank you so much for your continued support of the Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off! During this holiday season, please consider making a donation to help further our mission to serve youth and families in our community who are facing countless challenges including food insecurity, addiction, and physical disabilities.
Make a Donation
2022 was a record-breaking year with 2,500 guests and $40,000 raised for local charities. We are proud to be running what has become a premier event on the South Shore and beyond, and we could not have achieved this without your support, attendance, partnership and sponsorship.
Your support of the MCRCO has had an immediate impact on the community through this year’s beneficiaries:

McKinney-Vento Foster Care
Semper Fi & The America’s Fund
North Community Church Adult & Youth Missions
Marshfield Food Pantry
Marshfield FACTS
Clift Rodgers Free Library
Gold Star Wives of America

Learn more about these beneficiaries, check out this year’s winners, view photo galleries, and even buy your tickets early for 2023 at mcrco.org.
Headed into a milestone year, our 15th Annual MCRCO is already in the works for Saturday September 9, 2023 at the Marshfield Fairgrounds.
Please save the date and be sure to tune into MCRCO on social media as plans evolve for 2023.
Instagram @Marshfield_Rib_Cookoff
Facebook @MCRCOMarshfield
Twitter @MC_Rib_CookOff
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!
Stephen Sheehan
🔥MCRCO Board President
Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off [MCRCO] is a registered 501(c)3 organization Federal Tax ID # 86-2079758

2022 Marshfield Community Rib Cook-off
2022-09-10 12:00 - 17:00 | Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main Street, Marshfield, MA, 02050, United States
Gates Open Saturday 9/10 at 12pm!
Wristbands are unlimited and available at the gate for $7 per person on the day of the event. Wristbands are required for Adults and Children ages 11 and up (free admission ages 10 and under). Enjoy FREE parking!
Wristbands must be worn by all attendees. The admission fee does not include the cost of food and beverage during the event.
Food and Beverage
Rib tickets will be available for purchase at check-in by cash or credit card.
Additional food and beverage items including sides, beer, water, can be purchased during the event using cash or credit cards.
Food items available (priced at $3 and up)

Baked Beans
Cole Slaw
Potato Salad
Corn Bread
Corn Bread Pudding
Burger
Cheeseburger
Hot Dog
Italian Sausage
Homemade Potato Chips
Mac & Cheese
Collards & Pulled Pork
B’s Homemade Ice

Attention Guests with Allergies:
We understand the importance of allergen awareness and given the nature of our event we cannot assure the absence of or possible contact with allergens.
NO PETS ALLOWED: No dogs or pets of any kind are allowed at the event with the exception of service dogs. Service dogs will be admitted as long as they are wearing a vest that identifies them as such and are leashed at all times.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Learn more…
