# Event Details

- **Event Name**: CHILI COOK OFF & SILENT AUCTION HOSTED BY THE LEGION 597 FAMILY
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: 🔥 REGISTER TODAY🔥

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-chilli-cook-off-and-silent-auction

🌶️ 6th Annual Chili Cook-Off & Silent Auction
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
📍3pm Chili Check in
📍4pm Flag ceremony - followed by judging and tasting
📍 American Legion Post 597
1024 S. Elm Street • Historic Downtown Carrollton

One of our biggest and most anticipated events of the year is back!

Last year, 15 amazing chili teams competed for bragging rights while our community came together to help us raise more than $7,000 to support veterans, military families, youth programs, and local organizations.

Because of your generosity, we were able to give back to causes including:
❤️ Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen
🎅 Blue Santa
🏠 Dallas Life
🇺🇸 Veterans and military family programs
…and many other local charities and community organizations.

This year promises to be even bigger!

🏆 Awards will be presented for:
🌶️ Judges' Choice
❤️ People's Choice

🥇 Winners will receive prizes and earn a place on the American Legion Post 597 Chili Cook-Off Champions Plaque.

📢 Registration and entry fees will be announced soon, so save the date and keep an eye on our page for updates!

🤝 Become a Sponsor

We're currently seeking community partners to help make this event our best yet!

Sponsorship opportunities include:
⭐ Title Sponsor
⭐ People's Choice Sponsor
⭐ Silent Auction Sponsor
⭐ Trophy Sponsor
⭐ And more!

We're also accepting donations for our Silent Auction. Every sponsorship and donated item directly helps us continue serving veterans, military families, children, and our local community.

Interested in sponsoring or donating?
📩 Send us a message or contact American Legion Post 597 for more information.

Together, let's make our 6th Annual Chili Cook-Off & Silent Auction the biggest and most successful one yet! 🌶️🇺🇸

#ChiliCookOff #AmericanLegion597 #SupportVeterans #HistoricDowntownCarrollton #CommunityStrong #SilentAuction #SaveTheDate
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carrollton/chili-cook-off-and-silent-auction-hosted-by-the-legion-597-family/200030307178916
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, charities
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 95

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Carrollton
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: American Legion Post 597, Carrollton, TX
- **lat**: 32.952598912216
- **long**: -96.908992680138
- **full address**: American Legion Post 597, Carrollton, TX, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is CHILI COOK OFF & SILENT AUCTION HOSTED BY THE LEGION 597 FAMILY being held?
  - **A:** CHILI COOK OFF & SILENT AUCTION HOSTED BY THE LEGION 597 FAMILY takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm at American Legion Post 597, Carrollton, TX, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing CHILI COOK OFF & SILENT AUCTION HOSTED BY THE LEGION 597 FAMILY?
  - **A:** CHILI COOK OFF & SILENT AUCTION HOSTED BY THE LEGION 597 FAMILY is organized by American Legion Post 597, Carrollton, TX.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at American Legion Post 597, Carrollton, TX's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given American Legion Post 597, Carrollton, TX a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. American Legion Post 597, Carrollton, TX has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** CHILI COOK OFF & SILENT AUCTION HOSTED BY THE LEGION 597 FAMILY 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 Carrollton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 90+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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