Are you ready for a chance to shape the future of America’s favorite burger? The Burger King® brand is offering an incredible opportunity through the Million Dollar Whopper® Contest. Imagine having your Whopper® sandwich idea become a reality and winning a life-changing $1,000,000 prize. This contest is not just any ordinary competition; it’s a chance to leave a mark on the Burger King menu and American burger culture.

Contest Overview

The Million Dollar Whopper Contest is a search for the next great Whopper sandwich idea. Burger King is looking for innovative, popular, and feasible Whopper ideas that can capture the hearts of its customers. Entrants are invited to sign up for the BK® Royal Perks program and submit up to three Contest Entries with their unique Whopper sandwich suggestions. Each Whopper idea should include 3-8 toppings that can create a mouthwatering and exciting burger experience.

Prize Details

The highlight of the Million Dollar Whopper Contest is the grand prize of $1,000,000. The lucky entrant whose Whopper sandwich idea is selected as America’s favorite burger will receive this life-changing cash prize. But the rewards don’t stop there. The runners-up will also receive cash prizes for their Whopper ideas. The second-place winner will receive $200,000, and the third-place winner will receive $100,000. It’s not just about the money; it’s about the recognition and impact your Whopper idea can have on the burger industry.

Eligibility

To participate in the Million Dollar Whopper Contest, you must meet certain eligibility criteria. You must be a legal resident of the fifty United States and the District of Columbia and be at least the age of majority (eighteen or nineteen years old, depending on the state). Additionally, you must be enrolled in the BK® Royal Perks program at the time of entry. Unfortunately, employees of Burger King and its associated companies, as well as social media influencers and others closely related to the brand, are not eligible to enter.

How to Participate

Participating in the Million Dollar Whopper Contest is easy. All you need to do is visit the BK.com/mdw website during the Contest Submission Period and follow the instructions provided. Here’s a step-by-step guide to submitting your Contest Entry:

1. First click here for the entry page
2. Choose between a 100% Flame Grilled Beef patty or an Impossible™ patty for your Whopper idea. This selection does not impact the judging process.
3. Add at least three (3) but no more than eight (8) toppings to your Whopper idea. The toppings must be edible food items and written in English. Keep in mind the 25 character limitation for each topping name.
4. Register or log into your BK® Royal Perks account. If you’re not already a member, joining is free and easy. Just visit https://www.bk.com/royalperks to enroll or log in.

Make sure to review the Toppings Guidelines provided on the website to ensure that your Whopper idea aligns with the judging criteria. The order of the toppings is not relevant to the judging process, so feel free to get creative with your combinations.

Judging and Selection

The Million Dollar Whopper Contest goes through several phases to determine the finalists and ultimately the winner. Here’s a breakdown of the contest timeline:

1. Contest Submission Period: You can submit your Contest Entries from February 5, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. ET through March 17, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
2. Judging of Contest Entries and Selection of MDW Contenders: Burger King will assess all the Contest Entries based on feasibility, popularity, and innovation. They will select three Whopper ideas as Million Dollar Whopper Contenders (MDW Contenders). In case multiple entrants submit Contest Entries that match the MDW Contenders, random drawings will determine the Finalists.
3. Finalist Collaboration: The Finalists will be invited to Burger King headquarters to collaborate with the Burger King culinary team. They will work together to finalize a restaurant-ready version of their Whopper ideas, which will be offered as a limited-time offer (LTO) in participating Burger King restaurants in November 2024.
4. Public Voting of the MDW Contenders (LTO Whoppers): During the LTO period, members of the public with a BK® Royal Perks account can vote online for their favorite LTO Whopper sandwich. The Finalist with the most votes will win the $1,000,000 grand prize. The second and third-place LTO Whoppers will also receive cash prizes.

It’s an exciting journey from submitting your Whopper idea to collaborating with Burger King and having your creation available in restaurants. Your friends, family, and the Burger King customer base will have the opportunity to taste and vote for your Whopper sandwich.

Public Voting

Once the LTO Whoppers are available in participating Burger King restaurants in November 2024, it’s time for the public to have their say. BK® Royal Perks members can log into their accounts and vote for their favorite LTO Whopper sandwich. The voting period will be announced on the Burger King website, so make sure to stay updated. Each person can vote once during the voting period. Any attempts to manipulate the voting process will result in disqualification.

Prizes and Rewards

The Million Dollar Whopper Contest offers substantial cash prizes for the winners. Here’s a breakdown of the prizes:

1. Grand Prize: The Finalist whose LTO Whopper receives the highest number of valid votes will win the $1,000,000 grand prize.
2. Second Prize: The Finalist whose LTO Whopper receives the second-highest number of valid votes will receive a $200,000 cash prize.
3. Third Prize: The Finalist whose LTO Whopper receives the third-highest number of valid votes will receive a $100,000 cash prize.

Winners will be announced in January 2025, and the prizes will be fulfilled 4-6 weeks after the announcement. Each winner will receive an IRS 1099 reporting the cumulative value of all prizes received. It’s essential to note that winners are responsible for all taxes associated with the prizes.

Conclusion

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to make your mark on the Burger King menu and potentially win a life-changing $1,000,000. The Million Dollar Whopper Contest is your chance to showcase your creativity and innovation by submitting your unique Whopper sandwich idea. Sign up for BK® Royal Perks, submit your Contest Entries, and be part of the public voting process. Engage with the contest and help shape the future of America’s favorite burger. Who knows, your Whopper idea might just become the next big hit!