Johnson Space Center Chili Cookoff
Schedule
Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Gilruth Center | Houston, TX
About this Event
Welcome to the JSC Chili Cookoff!
Chili Cookoff
Join us at the Gilruth Center for a day filled with delicious chili and friendly competition. Whether you're a chili connoisseur or just love a good bowl of comfort food, this event is perfect for you. Sample a variety of chilis made by talented cooks from our community and vote for your favorite. Who will be crowned the chili champion this year?
Event Details
Bring your friends and family for a day of fun, food, and flavor. Don't miss out on these spicy events!
For more information on the JSC Chili Cookoff, please see below:
Website: jscchilicookoff.com
Schedule of Events
- 7:30 AM – Cook Team Site Setup continues & Shuttle Bus Service begins
- 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM – Meat & Fire Extinguisher Inspection, Turn-in Cup Pickup at the Pavilion
- 10:00 AM – Cornhole Tournament begins at the Pavilion
- 11:00 AM – Event open to the public
- 12:00 PM – Public Tasting Chili Ready
- 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM – Skit & Storefront Judging at Team Sites
- 2:00 PM – Chili Turn-In at the Pavilion
- 3:00 PM – Public Choice Voting Ends
- 4:00 PM – Award Ceremony at the Pavilion
- 5:00 PM – Event Ends & Site Cleanup
- 6:00 PM – Shuttle Service ends
Ticket Details
General Admission in Advance: $25
General Admission Day of Event: $30
Children 5 and under are free.
No Refunds: All sales are final.
Parking Pass Locations Available At Gilruth
Public Parking
Enter at Gate 1
Building 20 & Building 21 Lot
Where is it happening?
Gilruth Center, 18600 Space Center Boulevard, Houston, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 55.00











