5th Annual Chili Cook-Off
Schedule
Thu Jan 01 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Vaulted Oak Brewing | Charlotte, NC
Think your chili reigns supreme? Prove it.
Not a cook but need something to cure that NYE hangover? Come judge! Judging is FREE with the purchase of any beverage.
EVENT TIMELINE
2:00 PM - Chili entries due
2:00-5:00 PM - Public tasting & judging
5:00 PM - Votes tallied & winners announced
TO ENTER
Sign up: Email your info to [email protected]
Entry cap: 15 competitors (first 15 to register)
Suggested quantity: 3 gallons of chili
Entry fee: $30 (pay in advance or on-site) Venmo: @vaulted_oak. Please let us know if you plan to pay on-site.
Rules:
One chili recipe = one entry (multiple entries allowed)
Please provide your own serving utensils
CASH PRIZES
1st Place: $150
2nd Place: $75
3rd Place: $50
HOW TO JUDGE
Swing by anytime between 2-5 PM to sample all entries. We'll provide ramekins for tasting (4 ounce sample sizes for each chili). Just grab a drink, taste away, and vote for your favorite!
1 vote per person. Judging is FREE with the purchase of any beverage
Bring the heat... or bring your appetite.
Where is it happening?
Vaulted Oak Brewing, 3726 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28205, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:

















