On Market Street along the Windsor Town Green
Please join us in Windsor, California for an exceptional day of awesome CHILI and great LIVE MUSIC - all for a GOOD CAUSE!
YOU choose the best Chili for the People's Choice award!
13th Annual Windsor
Chili Cook-Off
Join us on September 12, 2026
12:00 - 4:00 PM
Presale tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids (12 years and younger).
Day of event tickets are $25 for adults and $12 for kids (12 years and younger).
Chili * Beer * Live Music
The highly anticipated 13th Annual Windsor Chili Cook Off will return Saturday, September 12, 2026, calling on chili enthusiasts and culinary wizards alike to showcase their skills in a savory showdown.
The Windsor Chili Cook-Off is an annual culinary event hosted by the Windsor Chamber of Commerce celebrating the rich tradition of chili making and community spirit. This Cook-Off brings together amateur and professional chili chefs from Windsor and beyond, showcasing their unique recipes for a chance to win cash prizes, trophies, bragging rights, and to have a lot of fun. The event offers a high-energy atmosphere with live music, local vendors, and great food. A portion of proceeds are shared with a Windsor-based nonprofit organization.
Teams will have a chance to win cash prizes in addition to trophies and bragging rights. Organized by the Windsor Chamber of Commerce, this beloved community event promises a day filled with delicious chili, local libations, and vibrant entertainment.
Local Entertainment: TBD
Exclusive Wine Sponsor: TBD
Craft Beer: We love cold beer with our chili, and plenty of beer-on-tap will be available from local favorites.
Charitable Impact: A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit TBD, a local nonprofit organization. By participating in the Windsor Chili Cook-Off, attendees and sponsors alike contribute directly to this vital cause.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Time: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Location: Windsor Town Green, Windsor CA
- Tickets: available for purchase at WindsorChamber.com/chili-cook-off
Presale tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids (12 years old and younger). Click on the "tickets" link to purchase.
Day of event tickets are $25 for adults and $12 for kids (12 years old and younger).
*Animals are not allowed in the Chili competition area along Market Street. Service animals are permitted.
Got Chili skills?
- Bring a team and win cash prizes!
- Promote your brand
- Have fun!
- Submission Deadline: August 24, 2026
- Click here for a PDF version of the Team Registration Form
Or click to register online.
Want to get in front of over 1,000 people?
- Food, treat, and craft vendors
- Kids activities and community groups
- Showcase your business
- Deadline is August 24, 2026.
- Click here for a PDF version of the Vendor Form.
Or click to complete the Vendor online application.
Want exposure and recognition for your business?
- Be a sponsor and enjoy publicity and perks. Click below for details.
- Deadline to be on all publicity materials is July 12, 2026.
- Click here for a PDF version of the Sponsorship form.
Or click to complete the Sponsor form online.
Sutter Health
Staubli
Healdsburg Lumber
Jenny Does the Books
Fast Signs Windsor
Recology Sonoma Marin
Waste Less Windsor
Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport
Armaturo Sonoma Media Group LLC
La Maquina Musical
Sweet T's
2025 Chili Cook-Off Winners
Traditional:
1st - Chili Con Carnage!!!
2nd - NOT Hormel
Homestyle:
1st - The Living Room
2nd - NOT Hormel
People's Choice:
1st - NOT Hormel
2nd - The Publican
3rd - The Living Room
Best in Show:
Defensible Space Chili - Sonoma County Fire Department
