Saturday Oct 18, 2025
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM CDT
FREE to compete (Chamber members only)
$5 per person to taste and vote
Lindsi Berry
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🔥 Get ready to spice things up at the annual Derby Chamber Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, October 18, from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm in the Madison Avenue Central Park Parking Lot! This sizzling showdown happens alongside the Derby Recreation Commission’s Hullabaloo, making it the ultimate fall festival experience.
🥄 Admission is just $5 per person—no preregistration needed! Simply show up, pay at the gate, and enjoy unlimited chili tastings. Your kit includes a napkin, spoon, voting items, and a water bottle—everything you need to dig in and help crown this year’s champions. Cast your votes for People’s Choice, Best Business Spirit, and the always exciting Battle of the Badges!
👨🍳 Calling all Chamber members! Think you have the best chili in town? Put your recipe to the test for free! Competitors must click the “Register” button above to secure their spot. Bring your own heating source, ingredients, tables, chairs, and anything else you need to showcase your setup. Feel free to decorate, hand out goodies, host giveaways, and rally votes—just remember, no power or generators are available, and votes cannot be bought or sold.
🌟 Whether you’re competing or just there to feast, don’t miss this fiery community event filled with friendly competition, delicious chili, and fall fun!