Chili Cook-Off
The Mars Area Public Library is turning up the HEAT with our chili cook-off fundraiser!
Not a fan of chili but want to attend the event? Never fear! Additional goodies such as drinks, baked goods, and non-chili food will be available for purchase.
For $10 get a one to two ounce sample of chili from each competitor and two voting tickets.
Want to make your vote count?
Buy extra voting tickets to make sure your opinion is heard!
Interested in competing? Contact our library director at jcallihan@bcfls.org or sign up using the link below!
Rules and Requirements
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$25 entry fee per cook/team (includes table space).
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Each competitor must prepare a minimum of 3-5 gallons of chili for sampling.
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Competitors must bring their own heating equipment (crockpot burners, extension cords, etc.)
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Judging will include both People's Choice and Judge's Choice categories.
Judging
People's choice: the winner of this category is chosen by your votes!
Judges choice: the winner of this category will be chosen from a panel of community figures.
Prizes
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Cash Prize Pot: A portion of the entry fees will go toward the winners' prize fund.
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Judges' Choice Champion: Custom trophy and a share of the prize pot.
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People's Choice Champion: Custom trophy and a share of the prize pot.
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Bragging rights as the 2025 Mars Area Public Library Chili Cook-Off Champion!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Mild
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Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact our library director at jcallihan@bcfls.org.