

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Chili Cook-off Fundraiser
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Come join us for the 2nd Annual Chili Cook-off on Saturday, March 21st from 12-3pm at the American Legion Post 156 (35 Neptune Ave., Moodus CT 06469).  Tantalize your tastebuds by sampling chili from a variety of local restaurants competing in a savory showdown for the best local chili.   

River Valley Provisions is back to defend their title!  How will they fare against the competition:   Mindy K’s, Fresca Tequila Bar &amp; Grill, Higher Grounds at 32 Main, Westchester Marketplace, Moodus Sportman’s Club (no game meat!), East Hampton VFW Post 5095, Winchester Café, American Legion Post 156, and Chestelm Health &amp; Rehabilitation Center.  

Other items to tantalize your tastebuds will be hard cider tastings from the Yankee Cider Company, fresh-baked sourdough from Flour &amp; Feather, and hot sauce from Face Melter Brands.

Tickets are $10/person and kids under 10 are FREE.  Cash bar and raffles will be available, too.  This event is held indoors and will be rain or shine.

Vote for your favorite chili and the restaurant with the most votes wins! 

This event will be raising funds for and awareness of the Post 3336 Veteran Relief Fund.  This fund provides emergency and short-term support for local veterans and active-duty service members (including their families) and spouses of deceased veterans in need (such as food, fuel, lodging).  Referrals to veteran support agencies and funds are available for qualified recipients.  Contact Don, VFW Post 3336 Service Officer/Benefits Advisor with any questions:  860-227-3600.  

For more information on the Chili Cook-off, contact: Don at 860-227-3600.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/east-haddam/2nd-annual-chili-cook-off-fundraiser/200029664053743
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, contests, health-wellness, kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 119

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029664053743?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=east+haddam-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: East Haddam
- **state**: CT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: American Legion, Baron- Smith- Golec Post 156, East Haddam
- **lat**: 41.497717923601
- **long**: -72.460319404224
- **full address**: American Legion, Baron- Smith- Golec Post 156, East Haddam, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: East Haddam/Moodus Memorial VFW Post 3336 (https://allevents.in/org/east-haddam-moodus-memorial-vfw-post-3336/23533331)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** American Legion, Baron- Smith- Golec Post 156, East Haddam, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** East Haddam/Moodus Memorial VFW Post 3336
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** nonprofit, contests, health-wellness, kids
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about 2nd Annual Chili Cook-off Fundraiser ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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