2026 SoPines Chili Cook Off | COMPETITORS

CALLING ALL COOKS: O'Donnell's Pub Annual Southern Pines Chili Cook-Off is a GO! 
(TASTERS: Entry is $10 for 12 & Up CASH IN PERSON)
About this Event


O'DONNELL'S PUB ANNUAL SOPINE'S CHILI COOK-OFF

ALL COMPETITORS: All entrants MUST register here.

Awards for: Best Decorated Booth, Best Restaurant, Best Non-Restaurant

Only ONE registration ticket is needed per booth.

You MUST submit your Restaurant, Business, or NonProfit name when registering as such.

PROCEEDS SUPPORT:

Special Forces Chapter 62 - a local non-profit supporting the United States Special Forces and its soldiers. For more information on the chapter, please click here.

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION:

• CHECK-IN 10:00AM out front of the Pub. Please look for WENDY or PATRICK (see photo above).
• Approximately 700 + guests - estimate 1 oz sample each
• Prepare a MINIMUM of 12 - 15 gallons, toppings for your chili at your discretion. We suggested preparing your chili ahead of time and simply reheat it during the event.
• Please inform ASAP of Shellfish / Nuts (for allergy awareness)
• NO ELECTRICITY PROVIDED - you must bring alternative heating sources (i.e. propane burner)
• Sample cups (1.5/2oz) will be provided to you, guests will receive spoons at check in
• Standard banquet table (2’ x 6’) provided
• To be provided by YOU should you wish: tent/canopy (10’ x 10’ max), chairs, napkins, utensils, table cloth.
• Awards given for Best Decorated Booth, Best Restaurant, Best Non-Restaurant
• Water will be sold by VFW/SFA Chapter 62 for additional fundraising - please do NOT provide refreshment
• Bring collateral, business cards, menus, etc - this is a Public Relations / Marketing opportunity for you.
• Please note that this is NOT a vendor event and we kindly ask you not to sell product at your tables.
• Please bring trash bags for your own waste, large waste receptacle will be provided
• On site staffing will be provided for assistance and to ensure smooth operations
• Competition from 12 - 3PM
• Award Ceremony shortly after 3PM

For all TASTERS: Entry is $10 for 12 & Up THE DAY OF. This includes ONE SPOON & 2 Voting Tokens.