# Event Details

- **Event Name**: SC State Chili Cook-off Championship
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: 🔥 SAVE THE DATE 🔥
Year 16 – SC State Chili Cook-off Championship
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Downtown Belton, SC

It’s getting hot in Belton — again! What could be better than a beautiful spring Saturday spent tasting the best chili recipes from across the country? Join us on Saturday, April 18, 2026, for the 16th Annual SC State Chili Cook-off Championship, presented by Dodge and Friends of the Chili, Richard and Eleanor Dorn.

Whether you want to compete, judge, or just eat, there’s something for everyone:

🌶️ Competition Highlights
	•	Over 30 professional cooks already signed up, with more amateur competitors encouraged to join!
	•	Pro categories: Traditional Red, Homestyle, Chili Verde, and Vegetarian Chili
	•	Amateur categories: People’s Choice and Homestyle
	•	Winners receive cash prizes, trophies, and professionals can qualify for the ICS World Championship!
👉 Interested? Visit www.scchilicookoff.com to sign up!

🏅 Judging Info

Mayor and Co-Chair Eleanor Dorn invites you to judge! Sign up at the Belton Depot upon arrival. Judging times begin at 11 AM and run through 3 PM. A quick tutorial is provided. Spots are limited — arrive early!

🌶️ Tasting Tickets
	•	5 Tastes = $5
	•	Unlimited Tastes Band = $20
	•	Sample chili from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and vote for your favorite!

💖 Proceeds Support:
	•	Belton Alliance
	•	Belton Area Museum Association
	•	Belton Center for the Arts
	•	Belton Interfaith Ministries Association
	•	American Legion Post #51
	•	Belton Masonic Lodge #130 – Christmas for Kids

🎨🛍️🎸 More to See and Do!
	•	Chili Pepper Pageant at Watkins Community Center – Sign up by April 7
	•	Live music from The Combo Kings & friends
	•	Exhibits at the Belton Museum
	•	Craft & food vendors, FFA plant sales, and family activities
	•	Car Cruise-In on North Main St: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
	•	Belton Bash Tennis Tournament (9 AM – 5 PM)
	•	I Heart Radio live on site
	
	•	Kegs-N-Eggs Cook-Off (Pro Cooks Only) – Sunday, April 19, from 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM at Belton Rec Center
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/belton/sc-state-chili-cook-off-championship/200029702623149
- **Event Categories**: sports, music, kids, entertainment, contests, live-music, nonprofit, tournaments, concerts, food-drinks, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 246

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Belton
- **state**: SC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Belton City Square
- **lat**: 34.522639255591
- **long**: -82.49362360358
- **full address**: Belton City Square, 67 N Main St, Belton, SC 29627-1772, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is SC State Chili Cook-off Championship being held?
  - **A:** SC State Chili Cook-off Championship takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am at Belton City Square, 67 N Main St, Belton, SC 29627-1772, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing SC State Chili Cook-off Championship?
  - **A:** SC State Chili Cook-off Championship is organized by South Carolina Chili Cookoff.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** SC State Chili Cook-off Championship is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Belton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 240+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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