Chili Cookoff

February 20, 2026

  • 5:30 pm
  • - 8:30 pm

Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis - North
6300 Earle Brown Drive Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 - Map

Get ready to bring the heat and make a difference! We’re excited to host our 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off, a flavorful competition designed to bring our community together while benefiting individuals with disabilities.

What is the Chili Cook-Off?

The Chili Cook-Off is a family-friendly community celebration where chili cooks of all experience levels fire up their best recipes to compete for the 2026 Chili Champion title. Local brewers will be pouring unlimited samples of their finest brews as they go head-to-head for Best Brewer. With great chili, great drinks, and great company, guests of all ages are invited to come together for a fun, flavorful day in support of a great cause. Children are welcome; alcohol sampling is limited to guests ages 21 and over.

Proceeds from the event support Homeward Bound’s mission to provide innovative, person-centered services for individuals with disabilities. Every ticket purchased, chili sampled, and sponsorship secured directly funds essential programs, dedicated staff, and safe, supportive homes.

Your participation helps Homeward Bound:

  • Sustain high-quality, individualized services

  • Support community-based programs and safe living environments

  • Provide resources where they are needed most

  • Create opportunities for connection, skill-building, and meaningful engagement

Together, we can empower individuals with disabilities to live full, vibrant, self-directed lives—and your support makes it possible.

Get your tickets, rally your team, or secure your sponsorship today!


How Can You Participate?

  • Buy Tickets: Be part of the fun and enjoy the best chili the community has to offer. Tickets are on sale now!

  • Enter a Team: Bring your best recipe and compete for prizes and the ultimate title of Chili Champion!
      • Signup closes January 31st, 2026
      • Here’s what you get by signing up:
        1. Compete for the Golden Chili Pot trophy
        2. Bragging rights
        3. 4 FREE entry tickets (additional guests will need to purchase entry tickets)
      • Here what you would need to bring:
        1. Your best Chili! Two crock pots worth; refill once during event
        2. Extension cord & power strip
      • PLEASE arrive at 4:30-5:00 PM to the side door for setup

  • Become a Sponsor: Showcase your support for this worthy cause while promoting your brand to event attendees.