2026 Chili Cook Off Contestant Registration Confirmation
You’re In!
Thank You for Entering the Chili Cook-Off!
Your contestant registration has been received, and we’re excited to have you compete in the Chili Cook Off on Saturday, October 3, from 1:00–5:00 PM at the American Legion Post 177 in Fairfax.
What’s Next?
- Watch for an email with additional event details.
- Plan to arrive early on event day. We’ll send instructions on check-in, setup, and judging before the event.
- Start perfecting your award-winning chili recipe!
We’re looking forward to a fun afternoon of great food, friendly competition, and raising money for Health, Happiness & Hooves and American Legion Post 177.
Good luck—we can’t wait to taste your chili!
Invite Your Family & Friends!
Cheerleaders make every chili taste better! Invite your family and friends to attend, sample the chili, vote for the People’s Choice Award, enjoy live entertainment, visit the petting zoo, and help support two great causes.
Saturday, October 3rd, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
At the American Legion Post 177
3939 Oak St., Fairfax, Virginia
Cook Off Schedule
10:30 AM: Entry turn-in and set up
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM: VIP People’s Choice and Panel Judging begins
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM: All votes tallied and counted
4:00 PM: Winners Announced
Additional Donation (Optional)
Support Health, Happiness & Hooves, and American Legion Post 177 with an additional donation:
Schroeder Design Build, Health, Happiness & Hooves, and American Legion Post 177 are proud to host this event to give back to our community. Sponsorships help make this event possible and directly support the organizations and causes involved.