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Chili Cook-Off

 12th Annual Windsor

Chili Cook-Off

Join us on September 6, 2025

Noon to 4:00 PM

Tickets are $35 for adults and $10 for kids (8 to 12 years old),
and your ticket includes one beverage of your choice.

Chili * Beer * Live Music

The highly anticipated 12th Annual Windsor Chili Cook Off will return Saturday, September 6, 2025, calling on chili enthusiasts and culinary wizards alike to showcase their skills in a savory showdown.

The Windsor Chili Cook-Off is an annual culinary event hosted by the Windsor Chamber of Commerce celebrating the rich tradition of chili making and community spirit. This Cook-Off brings together amateur and professional chili chefs from Windsor and beyond, showcasing their unique recipes for a chance to win cash prizes, trophies, bragging rights, and to have a lot of fun. The event offers a high-energy atmosphere with live music, local vendors, and great food. A portion of  proceeds are shared with local organizations.

Teams will have a chance to win cash prizes in addition to trophies and bragging rights. Organized by the Windsor Chamber of Commerce, this beloved community event promises a day filled with delicious chili, local libations, and vibrant entertainment. 

Teams throughout Sonoma County are encouraged to register and compete for the coveted titles of Best Traditional Chili and Best Homestyle Chili. Teams will have a chance at winning cash prizes, in addition to trophies and bragging rights. A distinguished panel of local celebrity judges and culinary experts will determine the top winners in each category.

Charitable Impact: A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit a local nonprofit organization. By participating in the Windsor Chili Cook-Off, attendees and sponsors alike contribute directly to this vital cause.

New Local Entertainment: TBD

Exclusive Wine Sponsor: TBD will be the exclusive wine sponsor of the event, offering attendees the perfect complement to their chili-tasting experience.

Craft Beer: We love cold beer with our chili, and plenty of beer-on-tap will be available from local favorites.

Event Details:

  • Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
  • Time: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Location: Windsor Town Green
  • Tickets: available for purchase at WindsorChamber.com/chili-cook-off

Tickets are $35 for adults and $10 for kids (8 to 12 years old) and your ticket includes one beverage of your choice.

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BRING A TEAM

Got Chili skills?

  • Bring a team and win cash prizes!
  • Promote your brand
  • Have fun!
  • Click here for a PDF version of the Team Registration Form

To complete your application online, click here for the fillable form.

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BECOME A VENDOR

Want to get in front of over 1800 people?

  • Food, treat, and craft vendors
  • Kids activities and community groups
  • Showcase your business
  • Deadline is August 21, 2025
  • Click here for a PDF version of the Vendor Form.

To complete your application online, click here for the fillable form.

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SPONSOR AND DONATE

Want exposure and recognition for your business?

  • Be a sponsor and enjoy publicity and perks. Click below for details.
  • Deadline to be on all publicity materials is July 25, 2025.
  • Click here for a PDF version of the Sponsorship Form

To complete your application online, click here for the fillable form.

 

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS, DONORS, AND VENDORS!

2024 Chili Cook-Off Winners

 Traditional:

1st - 707 Plumbers & Electric
2nd - Defensible Space Chili, SoCo Fire Department

Homestyle:

1st - First Class Chili, Leadership Windsor
2nd - Netflix & Chili, Santa Rosa Fire Department

People's Choice:

1st - Travel with Joffe
2nd - Not Hormel, The Bike Shop
3rd - Wood in Action, Healdsburg Lumber & Aaction Rents

Best in Show:

Netflix & Chili, Santa Rosa Fire Department

 

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On Market Street, Windsor Town Green

Please join us in Windsor, California for an exceptional day of awesome CHILI and great LIVE MUSIC - all for a GOOD CAUSE!

YOU choose the best Chili for the People's Choice award!