# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Chili for Children Cook-Off
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us at our annual Chili for Children Cook-Off at the Vigo County Fairgrounds on September 26th at 11:00am - 4:00pm. 

We'll have plenty of cooks waiting for you to sample their chili. We'll hand out awards for: 
- Best Chili
- Hottest Chili
- People's Choice
- Showmanship

In addition, our Vendor's Garden will feature local craftspeople and snack makers. Kids can have their faces painted for free. 

Join us for fun times and great food. 

This is the Terre Haute Breakfast Optimist Club's primary fundraiser. Proceeds fund activities for local youth and scholarships for graduating seniors.

For more information, visit https://thbo.org/event/2026-chili-cook-off/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/terre-haute/2026-chili-for-children-cook-off/200029984965614
- **Event Categories**: Nonprofit, Kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Terre Haute
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Vigo County Fairgrounds
- **lat**: 39.419082754716
- **long**: -87.419576951682
- **full address**: Vigo County Fairgrounds, 126 W Fairgrounds Dr, Terre Haute, IN 47802, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Chili for Children Cook-Off being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Chili for Children Cook-Off takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am at Vigo County Fairgrounds, 126 W Fairgrounds Dr, Terre Haute, IN 47802, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Chili for Children Cook-Off?
  - **A:** 2026 Chili for Children Cook-Off is organized by Terre Haute Breakfast Optimist Club.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Chili for Children Cook-Off is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Terre Haute, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 2026 Chili for Children Cook-Off sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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