Butler Fest
The 13th Annual Butler Fest will take place October 28th-29th, 2016. Our barbecue events will be sanctioned by Memphis Barbecue Network and Alabama Barbecue Association. Businesses show their town spirit with a parade of decorated pigs announcing the event. Children of all ages can have fun at the carnival beginning Friday. Over 75 food and craft vendors will be set up around Courthouse Square beginning Friday morning. Bring your shopping money! Saturday kicks of with a 5K run, 2 mile walk, and Kid's Fun Run. All day Saturday local talent will be displayed at the Grand Stand. Show off your singing voice or your best hog call. After the barbecue winners are announced the streets shut down for a dance.
2017 Bass Tournament
SATURDAY OCTOBER 21st, 2017
Safe Light until 3:00 PM
Tuscahoma Park, Tombigbee River
Butler, AL
Entry Fee $100.00 per boat
(This includes $10.00 lunker fee per boat)
Blast off will be determined by you when you register October 21st
Pay-out Schedule: 75% of Entry Fees to be paid out in cash
Lunker pot will be 100% pay back at $10.00 per boat.
For more information call: James Cox 205-457-4879 or David Jenkins 205-457-2651.
For official rules of tournament or to print an application please see attached:
| Butler Fest Bass Tournament 2017 |
2016 Little Miss, Teen Miss, Miss Butler Fest Pageants and Talent Show
Saturday, October 22nd National Guard Armory
Admission will be $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children.
Little Miss Butler Fest Pageant 2016
Pageant 6:00 P.M.
Registration 4:30-5:30 P.M.
AGE DIVISIONS: 0-11 MONTHS, 12-23 MONTHS, 2-3 YEARS, 4-5 YEARS, 6-7, 8-9, 10-12
ATTIRE: CONTESTANTS WILL COMPETE IN CHURCH DRESS, FLOWER GIRL DRESS OR PAGEANT DRESS (LONG OR SHORT DRESSES MAY BE WORN)
AWARDS: A QUEEN AND 4 RUNNERS-UP WILL BE CHOSEN. QUEENS IN EACH AGE DIVISION WILL RECEIVE A 4’’ CROWN, A 2FT. TROPHY, AND A TITLE BANNER. RUNNERS-UP WILL RECEIVE A TROPHY. ALL CONTESTANTS WILL RECEIVE A RHINESTONE CROWN AND SPECIAL GIFT.
ENTRY FEE IS $50.00 FOR BEAUTY.
$5.00 FOR PHOTOGENIC. PLEASE BRING PHOTO TO THE PAGEANT WITH YOU. PRETTIEST HAIR, BEST SMILE, PRETTIEST HAIR ARE FREE.
SPONSOR AWARDS:
YOU MAY SELL SPONSOR TICKETS FOR A FREE ENTRY. JUST SELL 50 TICKETS FOR $1.00 EACH TO PAY ENTRY FEE. THE CONTESTANT SELLING THE MOST TICKETS OVER THEIR ENTRY FEE WILL RECEIVE A 5FT TROPHY, 10’’ RHINESTONE CROWN AND A SPECIAL GIFT. ANYONE SELLING 50 TICKETS OVER ENTRY FEE WILL RECEIVE A 3FT. TROPHY AND CROWN.
Teen Miss and Miss Butler Fest Pageant 2016
Registration: 6-7 P.M. Pageant: 8 P.M.
**CASH SCHOLARSHIP**
$100- Teen Miss Butler Fest (13-15)
$300 Miss Butler Fest (16-19)
Winners will receive a cash scholarship, crown, plaque, and banner. Four alternates will be chosen and will receive a plaque. Competition will be in evening gown or homecoming dress (short or long)
**Entry fee is $50. This includes Beauty, Photogenic, Most Beautiful, Best Evening Gown.
Talent Contest 2016
Registration 1:00 P.M. Competition 2:00 P.M.
Age Divisions: 0-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, and 16-19
A winner and 3 runners up will be chosen in each age division. The winner will receive a banner and plaque. Alternates will receive a medallion. Talent is open to boys and girls. You do not have to enter the beauty pageant to enter talent. There will be an overall talent. This will be the contestant with the highest overall score from all age divisions. This winner will receive $50.00 cash, banner, and trophy.
Entry fee is $15.00
*No pianos or bands*
PLEASE CONTACT
DARLA BAILEY
P.O. BOX 796
BUTLER, AL 36904
RDBAILEY@TDS.NET
H 205-459-4167 C-205-457-1414
**DEADLINE FOR ENTERING IS OCTOBER 20, 2016**
Come meet Cinderella and her special guest!!!
Saturday, October 22nd National Guard Armory
Admission will be $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children.
Little Miss Butler Fest Pageant 2016
Pageant 6:00 P.M.
Registration 4:30-5:30 P.M.
AGE DIVISIONS: 0-11 MONTHS, 12-23 MONTHS, 2-3 YEARS, 4-5 YEARS, 6-7, 8-9, 10-12
ATTIRE: CONTESTANTS WILL COMPETE IN CHURCH DRESS, FLOWER GIRL DRESS OR PAGEANT DRESS (LONG OR SHORT DRESSES MAY BE WORN)
AWARDS: A QUEEN AND 4 RUNNERS-UP WILL BE CHOSEN. QUEENS IN EACH AGE DIVISION WILL RECEIVE A 4’’ CROWN, A 2FT. TROPHY, AND A TITLE BANNER. RUNNERS-UP WILL RECEIVE A TROPHY. ALL CONTESTANTS WILL RECEIVE A RHINESTONE CROWN AND SPECIAL GIFT.
ENTRY FEE IS $50.00 FOR BEAUTY.
$5.00 FOR PHOTOGENIC. PLEASE BRING PHOTO TO THE PAGEANT WITH YOU. PRETTIEST HAIR, BEST SMILE, PRETTIEST HAIR ARE FREE.
SPONSOR AWARDS:
YOU MAY SELL SPONSOR TICKETS FOR A FREE ENTRY. JUST SELL 50 TICKETS FOR $1.00 EACH TO PAY ENTRY FEE. THE CONTESTANT SELLING THE MOST TICKETS OVER THEIR ENTRY FEE WILL RECEIVE A 5FT TROPHY, 10’’ RHINESTONE CROWN AND A SPECIAL GIFT. ANYONE SELLING 50 TICKETS OVER ENTRY FEE WILL RECEIVE A 3FT. TROPHY AND CROWN.
Teen Miss and Miss Butler Fest Pageant 2016
Registration: 6-7 P.M. Pageant: 8 P.M.
**CASH SCHOLARSHIP**
$100- Teen Miss Butler Fest (13-15)
$300 Miss Butler Fest (16-19)
Winners will receive a cash scholarship, crown, plaque, and banner. Four alternates will be chosen and will receive a plaque. Competition will be in evening gown or homecoming dress (short or long)
**Entry fee is $50. This includes Beauty, Photogenic, Most Beautiful, Best Evening Gown.
Talent Contest 2016
Registration 1:00 P.M. Competition 2:00 P.M.
Age Divisions: 0-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, and 16-19
A winner and 3 runners up will be chosen in each age division. The winner will receive a banner and plaque. Alternates will receive a medallion. Talent is open to boys and girls. You do not have to enter the beauty pageant to enter talent. There will be an overall talent. This will be the contestant with the highest overall score from all age divisions. This winner will receive $50.00 cash, banner, and trophy.
Entry fee is $15.00
*No pianos or bands*
PLEASE CONTACT
DARLA BAILEY
P.O. BOX 796
BUTLER, AL 36904
RDBAILEY@TDS.NET
H 205-459-4167 C-205-457-1414
**DEADLINE FOR ENTERING IS OCTOBER 20, 2016**
Come meet Cinderella and her special guest!!!
| 2016 Little Miss Butler Fest Pageant |
| 2016 Miss and Teen Miss Butler Fest |
| 2016 Butler Fest Talent Competition |
BARBECUE COMPETITION OCTOBER 28TH AND 29TH
Memphis Barbecue Network
Butler Fest is an Memphis Barbecue Network Preliminary event for professional teams. Entries include Whole Hog, Shoulder, and Ribs. For additional information on entering the MBN portion of our competition, please contact Amy McDonald (601) 604-5554 or Amy Doggett (205) 459-3795.
What is MBN? The Memphis Barbecue Network is one of the leading sanctioning bodies of BBQ contests in the world. It is dedicated to promoting and preserving the unique Memphis style of BBQ though education, support, and management. MBN officials assist event organizers in promoting, organizing, and conducting the sanctioned events in accordance with MBN standards. Find out more about MBN.
Backyard Barbecue Event
Butler Fest's Backyard Barbecue Competition is sure to be a good time for all. In addition to ribs, chicken, and sauces you may enter wings, dessert, or anything but pork contests. If you have any questions about the Backyard Barbecue Events please contact Amy McDonald or Amy Doggett (205) 459.3795
Butler Fest is an Memphis Barbecue Network Preliminary event for professional teams. Entries include Whole Hog, Shoulder, and Ribs. For additional information on entering the MBN portion of our competition, please contact Amy McDonald (601) 604-5554 or Amy Doggett (205) 459-3795.
What is MBN? The Memphis Barbecue Network is one of the leading sanctioning bodies of BBQ contests in the world. It is dedicated to promoting and preserving the unique Memphis style of BBQ though education, support, and management. MBN officials assist event organizers in promoting, organizing, and conducting the sanctioned events in accordance with MBN standards. Find out more about MBN.
Backyard Barbecue Event
Butler Fest's Backyard Barbecue Competition is sure to be a good time for all. In addition to ribs, chicken, and sauces you may enter wings, dessert, or anything but pork contests. If you have any questions about the Backyard Barbecue Events please contact Amy McDonald or Amy Doggett (205) 459.3795
| Butler Fest Barbecue Application 2017 |
| 2016 Judge's Application |
Butler Fest 5K Run, 2 Mile Walk, and Children's Fun Run
Known for "throw up hill", the annual Butler Fest 5K course begins on Academy Avenue before taking 17 to Vanity Fair for a loop around Choctaw General Hospital and back. Those who pre-register are guaranteed a long-sleeved race tee shirt and an abundance of door prizes are given away. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. for the 5K Run/2 Mile Walk. Runners will begin at 8:00 with walkers starting shortly after at 8:05. Kid's Fun Run participants registration will open at 8:00 with the run beginning at 9:00.
Registration Fees:
Race/Walk: $20 pre-registration/ $25 Race Day
Fun Run: $15 pre-registration/ $20 Race Day
Known for "throw up hill", the annual Butler Fest 5K course begins on Academy Avenue before taking 17 to Vanity Fair for a loop around Choctaw General Hospital and back. Those who pre-register are guaranteed a long-sleeved race tee shirt and an abundance of door prizes are given away. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. for the 5K Run/2 Mile Walk. Runners will begin at 8:00 with walkers starting shortly after at 8:05. Kid's Fun Run participants registration will open at 8:00 with the run beginning at 9:00.
Registration Fees:
Race/Walk: $20 pre-registration/ $25 Race Day
Fun Run: $15 pre-registration/ $20 Race Day
| 2016 Butler Fest Run |
Arts, Crafts, and More!!
Come shop with us! Check back for a schedule of hours for our local stores open during the Butler Fest event.
Courthouse Square will come alive with vendors beginning Friday, October 28th at 8:00 a.m. We have over 75 vendors with arts, crafts, and food. It is a perfect time to get a jump on your Christmas shopping. Make sure you visit both days to see all of the vendors have to offer.
If you are interested in setting up a vendor booth, we are currently looking for specialty craft vendors. All electricity required and food vendors spots have been filled.
Booths are 12x10 with no exceptions. If you have a concession or tent that is bigger than 12 x 10 you will need to purchase two spaces.
Prices: $50.00 for 1 day and $75.00 for 2 days.
If you have any questions about reserving a booth, please contact Donna Murphy by phone at 205-459-3795 or e-mail at dhensleymurphy@hotmail.com.
Come shop with us! Check back for a schedule of hours for our local stores open during the Butler Fest event.
Courthouse Square will come alive with vendors beginning Friday, October 28th at 8:00 a.m. We have over 75 vendors with arts, crafts, and food. It is a perfect time to get a jump on your Christmas shopping. Make sure you visit both days to see all of the vendors have to offer.
If you are interested in setting up a vendor booth, we are currently looking for specialty craft vendors. All electricity required and food vendors spots have been filled.
Booths are 12x10 with no exceptions. If you have a concession or tent that is bigger than 12 x 10 you will need to purchase two spaces.
Prices: $50.00 for 1 day and $75.00 for 2 days.
If you have any questions about reserving a booth, please contact Donna Murphy by phone at 205-459-3795 or e-mail at dhensleymurphy@hotmail.com.
| Butler Fest Vendor Application |
2016 Best Dressed Pig
The Town of Butler would like your help in advertising Butler Fest ‘16. Pick-up your pig head today and get creative! There is no charge for your first pig head. Replacement pig heads and second pig heads are $25.00. However, you must register to be judged.
Prize #1: Best Dressed Pig – The most creative or unusual Pig. To be judged on visibility and originality by the Butler Fest committee with an extra 5 points being awarded for the pig being displayed by October 14th. Pigs will be judged on Thursday October 27th.
Prize #2: Facebook Favorite- We will post your pig to our Facebook page in a Butler Fest ’16 pig album. The photo with the most “likes” wins. You can call us to take your picture, text your picture to 205.604.8243 or e-mail to butlerfest09@yahoo.com. Likes will be counted on Thursday, October 27th.
Extra points will be awarded to pigs with October 28th and 29th and Butler Fest ’16 as part of the decoration.
Winners will be announced at the grand stand October 29th @ 11:30 a.m.
Number of prizes to be awarded will be determined by number of participants.
For more information call Butler Town Hall at 205-459-3795 or email : butlerfest09@yahoo.com.
The Town of Butler would like your help in advertising Butler Fest ‘16. Pick-up your pig head today and get creative! There is no charge for your first pig head. Replacement pig heads and second pig heads are $25.00. However, you must register to be judged.
Prize #1: Best Dressed Pig – The most creative or unusual Pig. To be judged on visibility and originality by the Butler Fest committee with an extra 5 points being awarded for the pig being displayed by October 14th. Pigs will be judged on Thursday October 27th.
Prize #2: Facebook Favorite- We will post your pig to our Facebook page in a Butler Fest ’16 pig album. The photo with the most “likes” wins. You can call us to take your picture, text your picture to 205.604.8243 or e-mail to butlerfest09@yahoo.com. Likes will be counted on Thursday, October 27th.
Extra points will be awarded to pigs with October 28th and 29th and Butler Fest ’16 as part of the decoration.
Winners will be announced at the grand stand October 29th @ 11:30 a.m.
Number of prizes to be awarded will be determined by number of participants.
For more information call Butler Town Hall at 205-459-3795 or email : butlerfest09@yahoo.com.
| 2016 Best Dressed Pig Application |
Carnival!
C&M Southern Midways is back for carnival rides and games again this year. Whether you are looking for something slow like the Ferris Wheel or a thrill ride like the Gravatron, C&M has something for you. While not all rides will be present at Butler Fest you can find more rides at www.cmsouthernmidways.com
C&M Southern Midways is back for carnival rides and games again this year. Whether you are looking for something slow like the Ferris Wheel or a thrill ride like the Gravatron, C&M has something for you. While not all rides will be present at Butler Fest you can find more rides at www.cmsouthernmidways.com
Street Dance
Friday October 28th
6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Pinnishook
A country and southern rock band from Philadelphia, MS. They are all about having fun and pleasing a crowd. They work hard during the week, looking forward to a fun weekend. Come on out to make sure their second Butler Fest appearance is as good as the first.
TRADEMARK
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Friday October 28th
6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Pinnishook
A country and southern rock band from Philadelphia, MS. They are all about having fun and pleasing a crowd. They work hard during the week, looking forward to a fun weekend. Come on out to make sure their second Butler Fest appearance is as good as the first.
TRADEMARK
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
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Saturday Entertainment Schedule 10:00 AM: Opening Ceremony 10:15 AM: Rachael and London Johnson 10:30 AM: Pageant Winner Recognition 11:00 AM: Costume Contest 12:00 PM: SCHS Band Performance 1:00 PM: Alaina Sparrow 1:30 PM: Chris Graham 1:45 PM: Morgan Chapel Choir 2:15 PM: Emily Tyson 2:30 PM: Manual Family Choir 4:00 PM: Butler Chapel AME Zion Choir 4:30 PM: First Baptist Church "New Beginnings" Choir 5:00: Shannon Knight 6:00: Impact from University of Mobile 7:00 Exit 13 from University of Mobile *End Gospel Entertainment 8:00-12: Homemade Jam |
SHANNON KNIGHT
IMPACT
EXIT 13
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| 2016 BUTLER FEST BROCHURE |
WE WILL SEE YOU IN 2017 ON THE SQUARE OCTOBER 27 AND 28TH!
