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Chili Cook Off

  • Wayfarer 386 Main Street Tazewell, VA, 24651 United States (map)

CHILI COOK-OFF

Saturday, October 4th, 2025 | 11a – 7p

Wayfarer Appalachia – Tazewell, VA

Rain or Shine | Family-Friendly | Open to All Ages

Think your chili has what it takes?

Show off your best recipe in one (or more!) of our fun & fiery competition categories:

CATEGORIES:

  • Red Chili (With Meat)

  • Red Chili (Vegetarian)

  • White Chili

  • Youth Division (Ages 8–15)

  • People’s Choice (Top Overall Chili!)

💥 $25 Entry Fee per Team

Youth Division: Free!
Public tasting starts at 3:30PM
Winners announced at 6:00PM

Voted on by the public!
All entries receive a table, electricity, sample cups & spoons!

🎶 PLUS:

  • Live Music

  • S’mores Station & Fire Pits

  • Cornhole

  • Kids’ Craft Table

  • Photo Booth & Chili Champ Props

📅 Important Info:

  • Register by: September 27, 2025

  • Setup begins: 9:00AM

  • Email to register: wayfarerappalachia.com/chili

🔥 KEEP IT FUN – NOT FUSSY!

  • All chili must be homemade

  • All chili must be made on site

👩‍🍳 Be bold. Be spicy. Be legendary.

Join us for a day of friendly heat and hometown flavor at Wayfarer Appalachia!

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