# Event Details

- **Event Name**: TAVC's 27th Annual Chili Cook-off & 2nd Annual Gumbo Cook-off
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am – Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: TEXARKANA AREA VETERANS COUNCIL                                    27th ANNUAL                                                                       VETERAN'S BENEFIT                                                                    CHILI COOK-OFF                                                                          AND 2nd ANNUAL GUMBO COOK-OFF                                                                         FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2026                                                                          11:00 AM TIL 1:00 PM                                                                           AMERICAN LEGION POST, 525 EAST BROAD ST.                                                                TEXARKANA, AR 71854                                                                                    COME TASTE SOME OF THE WILDEST, TANGIEST, AND MOST OUTLANDISH CHILI CONCOCTIONS IN NORTHEAST TEXAS - SOUTHWEST ARKANSAS – SOUTHEAST OKLAHOMA!                                                                   AND AGAIN - GUMBO! COME TASTE THIS CAJUN DELICACY COOKED BY LOCALS!                                                                                                                                     TASTE THEM ALL AND CAST YOUR VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE!                                                                                                                  $8.00 ADMISSION                                                                            THIS ALLOWS YOU TO TASTE ALL CHILI & GUMBO AND POSSIBLY WIN DOOR PRIZES.                                                                                                                                  ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE:                                                                                           TEXARKANA AREA VETERANS COUNCIL                                                                                                                           525 EAST BROAD STREET                                                                                                                                                        TEXARKANA, USA 71854                                                                                                                                                AND ARE USED TO ASSIST LOCAL VETERANS AND BUY A VAN FOR TRANSPORTATION TO OVERTON BROOKS WHEN NEEDED.                  For more information call 903-556-1613 or email:  USMCgreg@aol.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/texarkana/tavcs-27th-annual-chili-cook-off-and-2nd-annual-gumbo-cook-off/200029270527557
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 69

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Texarkana
- **state**: AR
- **country**: United States
- **location**: American Legion Post 25-58
- **lat**: 33.424182151442
- **long**: -94.0379843092
- **full address**: American Legion Post 25-58, 525 E Broad St,Texarkana, Arkansas, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is TAVC's 27th Annual Chili Cook-off & 2nd Annual Gumbo Cook-off being held?
  - **A:** TAVC's 27th Annual Chili Cook-off & 2nd Annual Gumbo Cook-off takes place on Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am to Fri, 13 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm at American Legion Post 25-58, 525 E Broad St,Texarkana, Arkansas, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing TAVC's 27th Annual Chili Cook-off & 2nd Annual Gumbo Cook-off?
  - **A:** TAVC's 27th Annual Chili Cook-off & 2nd Annual Gumbo Cook-off is organized by Gregory Beck.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** TAVC's 27th Annual Chili Cook-off & 2nd Annual Gumbo 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 Texarkana, 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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