# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Merrillville FOP 168 Daytona 500 / Chili Cook-Off
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 15 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun, 15 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The Merrillville FOP #168 is hosting the 2026 Daytona 500 / Chili Cook-Off February 15, 2026, at the Slovak Club - 6920 Broadway. Merrillville, Indiana. Entry is a $10 donation per person; and for kids 12 and under, entry is free. Your $10 donation will get you entry into the event, a raffle ticket for door prizes, and all you can eat chili and hotdogs. We will have several items for raffles. The raffle items include a rifle, grills, TV, and many other items. We will also have a 50/50 raffle. The chili cook-off is judged and the top 3 winners get to take home a trophy and bragging rights! If you think you have the best chili and want to enter the cook-off, please contact Jamie Welch. We will only have 20 entries, so sign up quickly! We are also starting to sell our raffle tickets for a chance to win a vacation or a cash option. Can't wait to see everyone there! Our fundraisers are always successful with the help of our supporters. See you February 15th!!!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/merrillville/merrillville-fop-168-daytona-500-chili-cook-off/200029462103925
- **Event Categories**: kids, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 205

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029462103925?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=merrillville-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Merrillville
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Slovak Club
- **lat**: 41.492288723004
- **long**: -87.337151485
- **full address**: The Slovak Club, 6920 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410-3536, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Merrillville FOP 168 Daytona 500 / Chili Cook-Off
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Merrillville FOP 168 Daytona 500 / Chili Cook-Off being held?
  - **A:** Merrillville FOP 168 Daytona 500 / Chili Cook-Off takes place on Sun, 15 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 15 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Slovak Club, 6920 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410-3536, United States.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Merrillville FOP 168 Daytona 500 / Chili Cook-Off is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Merrillville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 200+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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