Last year's event drew thousands of fans, so we'd suggest getting there early to guarantee yourself a seat.

Well, the big weekend is finally upon us.  We’ve been hyping it all year and now we’re less than 72 hours away.  We’re talking about the Krystal Square Off V World Hamburger Eating Championship, of course.

And to make sure you’ve got the 411 on this weekend’s happenings, we’ve put together the guide below that even includes when and where you’re likely to run into your favorite competitive eaters.

Saturday, September 27 -

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. : The world’s greatest eaters will be at the Krystal in Hixson, Tenn., signing autographs and taking photos with fans including, Takeru Kobayashi, Joey Chestnut, Pat Bertoletti, Humble Bob Shoudt and others. Plus, in addition to meeting these eating superstars, you can fill up for free as the restaurant will be giving away free samples of various menu items as a part of it’s “Sample Saturday” series.

Sunday, September 28 -

9:00 a.m. - Krystal Square Off V Poker Bike Run begins.  For more information, click here.

12:00 p.m.  - Krystal Fan Fest begins at Ross’s Landing at the Chattanooga Riverfront.  This year’s Fan Fest includes:  games, free Krystals, autographs with the eaters and The Marshall Tucker Band will take the stage.

* Also, don’t forget - registration for the Sackful Challenge and the spot of the 12th Eater will take place between noon and 1:00 p.m.  This is your shot to take the stage and show your stuff - oh, and you’ll do it on live television!

2:00 p.m. - FSN South televised coverage begins and kicks off with the Sackful Challenge.  Immediately following, the official 2008 Krystal Square Off V World Hamburger Eating Championship will take place.

Courtesy of the Krystal Square Off Blog:

The Krystal Company and FSN South have inked a broadcast partnership for the Krystal Square Off V.

Details of the deal include the sports network broadcasting live from the final championship event in Chattanooga on September 28. The special, one-hour broadcast will air beginning at 2:00 p.m.

In addition to the live event broadcast, FSN South will also air weekly updates covering the seven-city qualifying tour beginning Aug. 23.

For more information about the partnership, check out the press release here.