

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2nd ANNUAL DUPONT CHILI COOK OFF
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: 2nd ANNUAL DUPONT CHILI COOK OFF
The Hive Market Parking Lot – 1495 Wilmington, Dupont, WA 98327 (Near ACU)
Hosted by:
Pat Tillman Memorial Post 53 American Legion Family
Sanctioned by the Puget Pod of the Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI)

Saturday 2 May 2026

Sponsored by America's Credit Union
**Full list to be published shortly. 

Where did chili really start—and what is it, really?
Some folks say chili is whatever you make it. But in Texas, “true” chili means Texas Red: no beans, no tomatoes… just meat and bold flavor born from chuck wagons and cattle drives.
But most of us grew up eating Homestyle Chili—rich, hearty bowls with beans, tomatoes, cheese, and whatever special ingredients Grandma snuck in when no one was looking.
👉 Great news: At the 2nd Annual DuPont Chili Cook Off, you get to taste BOTH styles… and decide for yourself!
All proceeds support local youth programs, veteran rehabilitation, and community service projects through the Pat Tillman Memorial Post 53 American Legion Family.


Chili seems to be a uniquely American dish coming from the days of chuck wagons and cattle drives.  Back then it was just beef and a spicy gravy made with chilis. There are quite a few types of chili – Texas Red with just meat and sauce, Cincinnati Chili, a spicy sauce that may or may not have beans, or even a green chicken chili featuring New Mexico chilis and bursting with flavor.  Many of us grew up eating a Homestyle Chili with beans, tomatoes, a variety of ground meats, and even cheese and onions playing a role.  Most of us grew up with it, and we ALL love it.  The good news is the 2nd Annual DuPont Chili Cook Off will feature many styles and YOU can sample it all.

WHO: You.  And You.  And you and you.  Everyone who loves Chili is invited!
WHAT: Chili Cookoff
WHEN: May 2, 2026
WHERE: The Hive Market Place 1495 Wilmington, Dupont, WA 98327
WHY: To spread the love of Chili and to raise funds for the Pat Tillman Memorial Post 53 American Legion Family’s Youth Programs and Veterans Rehab. 

We need cooks – You don’t have to be a professional.  If you make a mean pot of chili, throw your hat in the ring and see what people think.  There are major cash and prizes on the line.  

We need judges.  Know what good chili is?  Come out and show us what you know.  

Don’t really want to cook or judge?  No problem.  Come out and sample the best chili in the northwest.  Something for everyone all in one great event.  And it all benefits our Youth and Veterans.  See you there.

NOTE: This event will be held in all types of weather and typically wristbands to enjoy chili sell out fast.  Don’t be left out in the cold.  Order your wristbands now and be ready to treat your tastebuds.  www.bit.ly/ChiliWristbands 

Learn more at BBQDupont.com

✅ Become a Vendor (only 10 spots left

✅ Become a Judge! 

✅ Come get your chili!  Mark it on your calendar! 


✅ Become a Sponsor
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LOCAL AND NATIONAL EXPOSURE!

🌟 Who Can Participate?
👩‍🍳 Chili Cooks
You don’t need to be a professional—just someone who makes a darn good pot of chili! Enter your best recipe and go head-to-head for cash prizes, trophies, and DuPont bragging rights.
🧑‍⚖️ Judges
Think you know what great chili should taste like? Come take a seat at the judges’ table.
😋 Tasters &amp; Guests
Maybe you don’t want to cook or judge—no problem! Come sample the best chili in the Northwest and enjoy a great day in the community.
🎯 Why We Do It
Your participation helps raise vital funds for:
•	Youth leadership programs
•	Scout support
•	Scholarships
•	Boys &amp; Girls State
•	Veteran outreach &amp; rehabilitation
•	Community service led by American Legion Post 53

CASI for Facebook
A great bowl of chili can warm you up—but supporting Veterans and youth warms the whole community.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dupont/2nd-annual-dupont-chili-cook-off/200029853261433
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 25

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://www.bit.ly/ChiliWristbands?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=dupont-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Dupont
- **state**: WA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1495 Wilmington Dr, Dupont, WA 98327-8807, United States
- **lat**: 47.09082
- **long**: -122.6436
- **full address**: 1495 Wilmington Dr, Dupont, WA 98327-8807, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: DuPont BBQ Cookoff (https://allevents.in/org/dupont-bbq-cookoff/21010365)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 1495 Wilmington Dr, Dupont, WA 98327-8807, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** DuPont BBQ Cookoff
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** nonprofit, calendar
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about 2nd ANNUAL DUPONT CHILI COOK OFF ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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