ROOT BEER KIDS FEST & CHILI COOK-OFF
Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 10 AM - 2 PM | Centennial Plaza
A family-friendly morning of competitions, tastings, and community celebration benefiting Mississippi Heroes' 1st Responders Grant Program.
Featured Events:
✓ Kids Jr. Food Championship (ages 8-17) - compete for cash prizes and awards
✓ First Responders Chili Cook-Off - OPEN TO ALL competitors, community voting determines winners
✓ Bacon Bit Pig Race at 11 AM (Lazy River) - $500 grand prize
✓ Kids' Talent Competition
✓ Root beer tastings, games, face painting, and activities
Tickets: $15 per person (kids and adults)
Children under 2: FREE
Pig Race Entry: $5 per racer or 5 for $20
100% family-friendly, supporting caregivers and first responders across the Gulf Coast
Get Tickets:
https://form.jotform.com/MSHeroes/2026-kids-fest-chili-cookoff
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