Join us for the 2019 Chili Cookoff at the Flower City Arts Center! Sample the best chili from local eateries. You're the judge! Help determine who has the best chili in Rochester while enjoying the tastiest charity event of the season. Each guest will receive a hand-made chili bowl to take home.
Join us from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on February 9, 2019 at the Flower City Arts Center, 713 Monroe Ave., Rochester. Tickets are $30 for members, $35 for non-members. Family of four (2 adults, 2 kids under 12, please) are $80 for members, $90 for non-members. Be sure to get your tickets early, because prices go up at the door!
At the door, ticket prices increase to $35 each / $90 for a family of four for members and $40 each / $100 for a family of four for non-members (kids under 12, please).
Online ticket sales close at 11pm on Thursday, February 7, 2019.
Interested in becoming a member? Find more information on our membership page.
Enjoy chili from these local eateries that will be vying for awards given by YOU!
Enjoy brews from New Belgium Brewing while you eat.
More restaurants coming soon!
4:30pm: Doors Open
Check back for details on LIVE music events!
7:15pm Winners Announced
7:30pm: End of event
Opportunities to get your company on board to support the arts and participate in this fun event.
Sponsorships are available. View the packet online (.pdf) or call Director Janice Gouldthorpe (585-244-1730) for more information on how your business can become part of one of the most delicious events in Rochester!
Interested in attending the event for free? All volunteers are able to attend the Chili Cookoff and eat free of charge (a ticket must be purchased to receive a hand-made bowl and beverage ticket). To sign up for a time slot, please call Communications Coordinator Amanda Chestnut at 585-244-1730 or visit the volunteer website at SignUp.com.