"It's Gettin' Chili" Cook-Off and Star Party

Name: "It's Gettin' Chili" Cook-Off and Star Party
Start: 2025-11-22T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-11-22T22:00:00-06:00
Location: 14300 NW 98th St., 68428

Schedule

Sat Nov 22 2025 at 06:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

14300 NW 98th St., 68428 | Raymond, NE

It’s Gettin’ Chili Cook-Off and Star Party
*Competitors- Please register at http://theboo.org
Join us for an evening of hot competition and cool stargazing! Calling all chili enthusiasts and night-sky dreamers to our Chili Cook-Off and Stargazing event!
If you’ve got a chili recipe that can pack a punch, bring your best Traditional (no beans) OR Homestyle (with beans!) chili and enter the competition. Not a chef? No problem! Come hungry, savor a variety of chilies, and cast your vote as a People’s Choice judge. White/blond/chicken chilies (and side dishes) are welcome to be served, but only red chilies will face off in the official contest. And don’t hold back on those toppings – all the fixings are welcome!
Trophies and the ultimate chili bragging rights await the top 3 winners!
As a very special treat, we will have FREE Cinnamon Rolls thanks to Super Saver Fallbrook for desert! (while supplies last). THANK YOU Super Saver!
Once you’ve voted on your favorite chili, head outside and our observatory volunteers will take you on a cosmic journey, showcasing the wonders of the night sky through our telescopes (weather permitting). Dress warm, it's chilly out there.
Come for the chili, stay for the stars – we can’t wait to share this unforgettable evening with you.
For our Non-Competitors / Tasting Judges:
• Admission is $10 for Adults. $5 for Children (5 to 15).
• Anyone can judge (and compete) including the general public and our observatory volunteers. It's all in good fun.
• Tasting and judging will take place between 6:30 and 7:30pm.
• Results will be announced between 7:45 and 8:00pm.
• Iced Tea will be available. Feel free to bring your own drinks.
• Observing opportunities will be between 7:00 and 10:00pm. Be sure to bundle up; It may be cold.
For Our Chili Competitors:
• Competitors- Please register at http://theboo.org
• The Chili Cook and their Sous-chef (one extra family member) receive FREE Admission. Additional family members must pay regular admission.
• Primary cooking must be done at home, although "last minute ingredients" can be added during your set-up. Table space with electrical outlets will be provided for your crock pot, cast-iron pot with hot plate, or other serving container.
• Only red chilies (traditional Texas and home style) will be judged. White chilies are welcome to add variety but are not part of the competition.
• Set-up will be between 5:30 and 6:30pm. Service begins at 6:30. You can set up after 6:30, but you may miss out on valuable votes.
• Anyone can compete (and judge) including the general public and our observatory volunteers.
• Trophy winners will be announced between 7:45 and 8:00pm
• Please bring your own chili serving ladle and other serving utensils if your optional topings need them. Service bowls, spoons, and napkins will be provided for our tasters.
- Admission: $10 for Adults. $5 for Children (5 to 15). FREE for individual Chili Cook AND one extra family member.
- Registration for competitors- No registration for general guests.
- Open to Everyone - Great for the Entire Family!
- Arrive Anytime Between the Times Given
- Stay for the Entire Event or As Long As You Want
- No Park Permit Required
- No Telescope Needed – But you are welcome to bring your own equipment!