Chili Cook-Off
The Mars Area Public Library is turning up the HEAT with our chili cook-off fundraiser!
When: Sunday, November 22 at 3:30pm
Where: Mars Area Public Library
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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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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Judges' Choice Champion: Custom trophy.
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People's Choice Champion: Custom trophy.
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Bragging rights as the 2026 Mars Area Public Library Chili Cook-Off Champion!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Mild
Medium
Hot
Inferno
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact our library director at jcallihan@bcfls.org.