Hot Takes 2026

Hot Takes is the hottest game show at Utah State University! Join us in the TSC Ballroom as a panel of contestants from USU and members from the broader local community compete in a series of minigames and questions all while eating hot wings smothered in some of the hottest hot sauces in the world. The audience will actively participate by voting on who has the best Hot Take and wins minigames. The audience can also add "a little bit of spice" to the contestants by making donations during the show. For every $50 raised, contestants will be required to take another bite of the current round's wing. The winner of the event will be crowned the "Extinguisher of Flame" and be added to the "Wall of Flame" plaque displayed at the Junction at USU.

100% of the funds raised are contributed to support graduate students at Utah State University through the Community Pathways Scholarship and the Emergency Hardship Fund to support graduate students in financial crisis.

Entrance is FREE to all: Students, Faculty, and Community Members. Mini chicken meal tickets will be available for purchase at the event.