Central Florida Chili Cookoff

Saturday, February 8th 2025

12PM - 4PM

Street Party On McKey Street In Downtown Ocoee

Join us Saturday, February 8th for a street party on McKey Street in downtown Ocoee to celebrate the 4th Annual Central Florida Chili Cookoff, a fundraiser to support Legacy Events for Education in its mission to inspire students, teachers and communities to leave their legacy on the world! Sample 30 chilis provided by local restaurants and chefs of all varieties. Enjoy a bite from our food trucks and dessert vendors while enjoying live entertainment, adult and family-friendly refreshments as well as our Kids Zone play area! Chili tasting and kid's zone tickets available online December 2024! Prices increase day of event!

Central Florida Chili Cookoff
Tickets needed for chili tasting and kids zone.
Central Florida Chili Cookoff - Award winning chili
Chili Tasting
Central Florida Chili Cookoff - Kids Zone
Kids Zone
Central Florida Chili Cookoff - Live Music
Music
Central Florida Chili Cookoff - Food Trucks
Food Trucks
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT
Legacy Events For Education

Legacy Events for Education is a 501c3 non-profit public charity. Our mission is to inspire students, teachers and communities to leave their legacy on the world. We believe it is important to encourage involvement and making a difference in our local communities.


Since our inception, Legacy has delivered over $120,000 in scholarships and grants to local graduates and their schools. We fund these efforts though the production of community fundraising events like the Central Florida Chili Cookoff, generous sponsorships from local businesses and individual donations from the local community.


Our programs include the Leave a Legacy and Teacher Nominated scholarships and our Legacy Leaders Academy.


Family and friends telling you that your chili is the best they’ve ever had? Customer’s can’t get enough of your chili?


Come out and show it off! Competitive categories will be: CASI (no filler chili), Open (Anything Goes), Restaurant, Showmanship and People’s Choice. Registration to open in December 2024.


Register to be a cook below and email any questions to info@centralfloridachilicookoff.com.

BE A CHILI COOK
Central Florida Chili Cookoff
CASI sanctioned chili cookoff event - Central Florida Chili Cookoff

CASI Sanctioned Event


What is CASI?


Each year, CASI sanctions nearly 400 domestic and international chili cookoffs as qualifying events for the CASI Terlingua International Chili Championship©, known as TICC. CASI was the original organizer of the first chili championship in Terlingua in 1967. These sanctioned events raise approximately $1,000,000 annually for the local and national charities that work with the cookoff organizers. This ultimate chili championship is held the first Saturday of November annually at Rancho CASI de los Chisos near Terlingua, Texas. The CASI Championship event is a fundraiser for local Terlingua charities and organizations and funds CASI's scholarship programs.

FOOD TRUCKS

Interested in bringing your food truck to our event?
Please email us at info@centralfloridachilicookoff.com.

THANK YOU TO OUR CHILI COOKOFF SPONSORS

EVENT SCHEDULE

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH

12PM - 4PM

Chili Tasting, Food Trucks, Live Music, Kids Zone and More


All Ages

PURCHASE TICKETS

GET INVOLVED

Participate or Sponsor The Event
BE A CHILI COOK OR SPONSOR THE EVENT

LOCATION

Street Party On McKey Street In Downtown Ocoee
2 N. Bluford Avenue, Ocoee, FL 34761

FAQs

  • Can I bring chairs and blankets to sit, relax and enjoy the entertainment?

    Yes! Seating is limited, but there is space by the stage and throughout the event area to set up your own chairs and blankets.

  • Are there covered areas for shade at the event?

    There are limited areas for shade, so please be sure to wear sunscreen and drink plenty of water while enjoying the event. Umbrellas can be used for shade as long as they are not obstucting stage viewing.

  • Are credit cards accepted for tickets, vendors and food trucks?

    You may purchase tasting wristbands and beverage tickets at the event registration tents via credit card ONLY. Food trucks and vendors may take credit card and/or cash, so please plan accordingly.

  • Are dogs allowed?

    Yes, dogs are allowed, but must be on a leash at all times. You must also bring bags to clean up after them as needed to respect the event and everyone attending.

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