Chili Cook-Off (2026)

Description

🔥 Join us for the annual Derby Chamber Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, October 10, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at High Park. This year's cook-off once again takes place during the Derby Recreation Commission's Hullabaloo, so there's plenty of family-friendly fun to enjoy while you're here.

🥄 Admission is just $5 per person, and no preregistration is required. Just stop by, pay at the gate, and enjoy unlimited chili samples from our Chamber competitors. You'll receive a tasting kit that includes a spoon, napkin, voting items, and a bottle of water. Then it's up to you to help decide this year's winners by voting for People's Choice, Best Business Spirit, and the always popular Battle of the Badges.

👨‍🍳 Chamber members, think your chili has what it takes? Enter your team for free by clicking the "Register" button above. Competitors will need to provide their own heating source, ingredients, tables, chairs, and anything else needed for their booth. Feel free to decorate your space, hand out promotional items, host giveaways, and encourage attendees to vote. Please note that power is not available, generators are not permitted, and votes may not be purchased or exchanged.

🌶️ Whether you're coming to compete, sample chili, or just enjoy a great afternoon with the community, we hope you'll join us for a fun day of friendly competition, great food, and fall festivities!