02/27/2026
Papaw’s been perfecting his Chili for the Cook-Off! Come see us Saturday for a great cause.
Hello All!!
I want to invite you to the 12th annual Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser for the Sugar Creek Art Center Saturday, February 28th from 5-8pm.
New this year there will be 2 Champion Chili-Pot trophies given and prize money to 1st Place, 2nd Place and 3rd Place for the best Red Chili and the best White Chili!
**Thank you to our Sponsors!! 🏆🥇🥈🥉
As usual, we will have 20 crockpots of our competitors best chili for you to sample and cast your vote for the 2026 Champion!
Plus, we will have our extra “fixins” ~ hot dogs, ham & beans, pbj sandwiches, cookies and drinks.
All included for $10 donation/entry fee at the door for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Bring your friends and family! The more the merrier!
Our ballot is almost full~ 👏🌶️👏🌶️👏
I believe we have a couple spots left! We have most of our winners from last year returning to defend their titles and several new contestants. It is going to be great!!Please contact me at 765-336-2488 if interested in joining the fun or with any questions.
We are excited to announce Bury N’ McIntyre will be joining us for the evening sharing their musical talents! I am sure they will keep us movin’ & groovin.’🎤🎸
The Sugar Creek Art Center is located at 127 S. Pearl St., Thorntown.
We appreciate your support!
Hope to see you on the 28th!
The 12th Annual Best Chili in Thorntown Cook-Off would not happen without our sponsors!
Shout-Out & Thank-You!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Jerry Alexander
Home National Bank
7M's Lebanon IGA
Lawson’s Land & Cattle Company
F.A. Wilhelm
Klooz Brewz