Get your chili a-brewing, because it's time for the Downtown Cook-Off in Gainesboro!

WHAT:

Local cooks (both professional and amateur) bring their best homemade chili to share with the community and compete for the title of Best Chili. Guests get to sample a variety of chili recipes—from traditional beef and bean chili to completely unique creations—and vote for their favorites.

Car Show 8am-12pm

Live Music 11am-1pm

WHEN:

Saturday, October 24th, from 11am-1pm

WHERE:

Union Street, between Highway 53 & Gore Ave.

WHY:

All proceeds from this event fund the Blue-Collar Scholars, which helps local teens attend trade or vocational school. For more information, visit HERE

2026 Downtown Cook-Off