Outdoor Party
Outdoor PartySpend a Saturday deciding who makes the best chili on the coast. Sample dozens of entries from pro and amateur cooks, cast your vote for People's Choice, and enjoy the classic boardwalk backdrop while you're at it.
Competitive food tasting
Beachside festival vibe
Chef showdown
People's Choice voting
Tips
🚗"parking is a nightmare" — get there early or walk from 1+ km away
🎟️tasting kits include 8 tickets, spoon, cup, and ballot
🏆pro and amateur categories for meat and vegetarian chilis
Saturday, October 24, 10:00 AM
Chili Cook-Off
October 24 at 10am
Santa Cruz
Outdoor PartyOutdoor PartySpend a Saturday deciding who makes the best chili on the coast. Sample dozens of entries from pro and amateur cooks, cast your vote for People's Choice, and enjoy the classic boardwalk backdrop while you're at it.
Competitive food tasting
Beachside festival vibe
Chef showdown
People's Choice voting
Tips
🚗"parking is a nightmare" — get there early or walk from 1+ km away
🎟️tasting kits include 8 tickets, spoon, cup, and ballot
🏆pro and amateur categories for meat and vegetarian chilis
Saturday, October 24, 10:00 AM
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