You’re invited to join us Thursday, September 21st, 2023, 6:00pm – 8:00pm The “Kick-Off Kook-Off” is one of the highlights of the festival weekend.  It is held each year on Thursday evening and is the official opening of the festival weekend.  Restaurants & Individuals may enter their choice of recipe using peanuts or peanut butter in the following categories…

Main Dish
Best Side Dish (appetizer or sauce)
Best Dessert
“Nutty” Mention

Visitors may purchase a tasting kit for just $8 and vote for their favorites. In doing so, they have the advantage of sampling fine treats & entrées, while enjoying live entertainment and socializing with good friends and neighbors. Beverages will be available for sale.