# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 4th of July Chili Cook Off and Summer Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 03:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for the annual 4th of July Chili Cook Off and Summer Festival, featuring Bay Area food trucks, beer and margaritas for the adults, games, activities & inflatables for the kids, live entertainment and free chili tasting! Does your chili set off alarms? Think your recipe has what it takes to compete?

Over $2,000 in cash and prizes to be won including:

Best Vegetarian
Best Overall Chili
Best Booth
Best Spirit Award
People's Choice Award
Join in the heated competition. Sign your team up today, and may the best chili win!

A sensory friendly tent will be available. Designed especially for individuals with sensory needs, this tent will provide a welcoming, and lower-stimulation space where guests can take a break and enjoy the event at their own pace while still being part of the fun, in a comfortable and inclusive experience.

The tent will include sensory-friendly toys and comfort items, simple crafts and activities, headphones, and other calming essentials to help guests relax and recharge throughout the event. If you or a family member require accommodations to participate in the event, please contact csdaccommodations@paloalto.gov or call (650) 617-3500.

Ride your bike or walk to Mitchell Park. Parking is limited. Picnic blankets encouraged.

https://www.paloalto.gov/Events-Directory/Community-Services/4th-of-July-Chili-Cook-Off-and-Summer-Festival
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/palo-alto/4th-of-july-chili-cook-off-and-summer-festival/200030266467913
- **Event Categories**: festivals, fourth-of-july, kids, food-drinks, trips-adventures, food-truck-festivals, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 68

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Palo Alto
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Mitchell Park
- **lat**: 37.421796994918
- **long**: -122.11517783566
- **full address**: Mitchell Park, 670 E Meadow Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94306-3627, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 4th of July Chili Cook Off and Summer Festival being held?
  - **A:** 4th of July Chili Cook Off and Summer Festival takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Mitchell Park, 670 E Meadow Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94306-3627, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 4th of July Chili Cook Off and Summer Festival?
  - **A:** 4th of July Chili Cook Off and Summer Festival is organized by City of Palo Alto - Public Agency.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 4th of July Chili Cook Off and Summer Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Palo Alto, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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