Welcome to the Wing Off website.
Our 11th year! We can't think of a better way to celebrate than with all our friends and family.
Reserve June 16th, and join us for "Lord of the Wings".
This year we are proud to partner with the Meridian Kiwanis club. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Hope Tree program for our Meridian youth at Christmas.
Our warmest appreciation to Kelly Ryan and the Meridian Kiwanis!!
The official Wing Off shirt is now available to order from Shadows Embroidery. Order yours here today! Or go to www.shadowsembroidery.com and click Wing Off 2012 in the right-hand pane. Thanks Jami, excellent work on this year's design!!! Much appreciated!! No knots ;)
Last year we ran out quickly, and many people were unable to order shirts. Don't wait! The last day to order your shirt is Thursday, June 7th, so don't miss out!
Update- We now have 3 5 8 19 25 29 37 41 cooks signed up! Can we beat last year's record of 62?? Are you in, or know someone who wants to cook? If so, please recruit them and let us know!! If you're planning to cook please register so we can update the official list. We need as accurate a count as possible for site planning purposes, wing donations, etc. Please take a minute to contact us (link below, or at page header) if you have not done so already. Thanks!!
Want to join the action this year and cook up your favorite specialty, or know someone who does? Register here or contact us
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Who - Open to friends and family of the Hollingshead brothers, cooks, neighbors, and friends of our friends. We are always looking for new cooks to join us and help spread the unique tastes (new, traditional, exotic, etc) we've all come to enjoy over the years . Wings are not required, as we have a number of folks that wish to share their favorite recipes involving other food types. All are encouraged and welcomed. Just bring it.
What - A veritable plethora of taste diversity that races your palate along the continuum of culinary excellence. Wings, poppers, dogs, sausages, burgers, you name it.
When - Saturday, June 16th, 10AM till we say it's over. Some of our guests have mentioned they arrived too late. The event tends to peak around 1pm, so don't be late!!
Where - Julius M. Kleiner Park (Fairview & Eagle Rd) will be the venue for this year's event.
Why - Cause we said so. Actually, what started as sibling rivalry has grown significantly over the years, and is a way for the cooks and supporting folks to give something back to our community, engage in a little smack-talk, and share their recipes. Bring what you can to contribute, a blanket, shade canopy, a cooler (no glass), and spend the day with us. Seriously, pack it up and join us!!
How - In the summer of 2001 the Hollingshead brothers decided to clear up who had the best hot wing recipe via an informal backyard patio grilling contest. The eldest brother Curtis (a.k.a. Tortus, H1, etc...) clearly schooled his younger siblings in the fine art of chicken wings. Since that time, our family, close friends, distant friends, and complete strangers (now new friends), have grown this event each year into a taste sensation you don't want to miss.
How much - Donations of $10 per person are encouraged to help cover costs and contribute to the Kiwanis Hope Tree program benefiting local Meridian children at Christmas, thank you.
Rules - There is no cost to enter the inner Wing Master sanctum and cook up your favorite recipe. Whether you cook wings or not, bring your favorite recipe and join the action.
There are however a few basic park rules-
No glass bottles, containers, etc allowed in the park. Plastic containers only.
Pets are welcome however clean up is the owner's responsibility, so plan ahead.
A "pack it in, pack it out" mentality is required to keep the park clean
Alcohol is permitted (plastic or cans only)
Music provided.
If you choose to bring sporting equipment (volleyball, soccer ball, frisbee, football, etc...) to entertain your crew and others, please be considerate and ensure activities are a safe distance away from the grills and other guests.
Questions, or want to cook? Contact us