13th Annual Tequesta Chili Cook-Off and Beer Tasting Event

Tequesta Chili Cook-Off to Spice Up Veteran Support with Unforgettable Celebration
Details - 2-6PM on November 9, 2024 at One Main Street in Tequesta - Get ready for a sizzling day of fun, flavors, and heartfelt tributes at the 13th Annual Tequesta Chili Cook-Off!
The Tequesta Chili Cook-Off is an annual fundraising event dedicated to celebrating local flavor and community spirit while supporting veteran charities. With a blend of culinary competition, live entertainment, and charitable giving, the cook-off has become a cherished tradition in Tequesta, FL, bringing together people to honor and support our nation's heroes. This year's cook-off is not just about great food and fun; it's a powerful fundraising event with 100% of the proceeds benefiting five veteran charities: Wounded Veterans Relief Fund, SE Florida Honor Flight, Operation 300, Warriors Renewal Coalition and Tequesta Friends of Public Safety, Inc. These organizations work tirelessly to support and uplift our veterans and their families, and your participation directly contributes to their vital work.
"The Joe Namath Charitable Foundation is proud to return and support the 13th Annual Tequesta Chili Cook-Off benefitting our veterans." - The JNCF
Event Highlights:
- Live Music: Dance to energetic performances by No Big Deal Band
- Pipes and Drums: Experience the stirring sounds of traditional military music
- Military Fly Overs
- Celebrity Guests and Judges: Meet notable personalities and culinary experts who will help judge the chili competition.
- Craft Beer: Sip on a diverse selection of craft beers from Tequesta Brewing Company
- Award Ceremony: Celebrate our veterans and Gold Star families during a special awards presentation.
- Chili Competition: Taste and vote for your favorite chili among 32 competing teams from public safety, the military and the private sector.
- Silent and Live Auction
Tickets: 21 and older, clear bag, no pets event. Tickets available at https://tequestachilicookoff.com/ticket-sales
- General Admission: $30 (includes entry and access to chili tastings). Tickets online and in person at Tequesta Brewing Company, McCarthy's Irish Pub and Tequesta Fire Rescue. Ticket prices go up to $35 on the day of the event.
- Mug T/Shirt Ticket: $60 (includes GA items plus a 16oz glass beer mug and event T-shirt. Tickets online only.
- VIP Experience: $100 (includes Mug/T items plus entry to the VIP tent with upgraded food, drinks, and exclusive event swag
Contact:
- Website: https://tequestachilicookoff.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tequestachili_cookoff/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tequestachillicookoff
- Contact: Captain David McGovern (561-262-7087 dmcgovern@tequesta.org) or Cyndi McDonald (561-371-2819 info@tequestachilicookoff.com)

URLs:
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Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Prices:
General Admission: USD 30.00,
Veterans Ticket: USD 20.00,
VIP: USD 100.00,
Mug / T: USD 60.00

Artist: No Big Deal Band