Reviewed by: Patience Itson
Eat big for a great cause at The Exceptional Foundation’s 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off, March 2
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One of Birmingham’s most beloved fundraisers and traditions is back and better than ever. Get ready for The Exceptional Foundation’s 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off happening Saturday, March 2. Whether you’re a chili enthusiast or simply looking for a good time, make sure to come out and support this great cause.
20th Annual Chili Cook-Off event details
- When: Saturday, March 2 | 10:30AM-3PM
- Where: Brookwood Village | 614 Brookwood, Mountain Brook AL, 35209
- Cost: $15 in advance | $20 at the gate | Children under 12 get in free
- Get tickets: Also available at the entrance gate upon arrival.
Shuttles will be available from the Synovus and Oakworth parking lots across Lakeshore to the event from 6:30AM-3PM.
All-you-can-eat chili + more in Brookwood Village
Last year’s Chili Cook-Off event was sizzling! With over $450,000 raised, 137 chili cook teams battling it out and a whopping 11,500 chili lovers in attendance, we know this year will bring some serious competition.
During this year’s event, more than 150 teams will serve up their unique chili recipes for guests to sample and enjoy. The team who gets the most votes wins a big trophy—and bragging rights, of course! Other awards given will be determined by event judges.
Teams will be judged by a panel of community leaders, event ticket holders and Exceptional Foundation participants.
If chili isn’t your thing, have no fear. There will be a variety of other food, beverage and entertainment options to enjoy, such as:
- Sweets: Doodle’s Sorbets and Ice + HERO Doughnuts
- Beverages: Good People Brewing Co. + Pepsi + Red Diamond
- Entertainment: Liz and the Grand Tour + Chili Fever + Magic City Disco
Get your tickets now for The Exceptional Foundation’s Chili Cook-Off on March 2.
The Exceptional Foundation’s Chili Cook-Off is for everyone
The Chili Cook-Off welcomes guests of all ages, offering a variety of activities to enjoy. If you have kids, be sure to bring them! There will be plenty to keep them entertained.
This year’s Kid Zone is expanding and will include multiple inflatables and a “touch-a-truck” event featuring vehicles by Alabama Power, Altec, Birmingham Water Works, Hoar Construction and Sherman Industries.
Help support The Exceptional Foundation’s mission
This isn’t your ordinary chili showdown! The Exceptional Foundation is on a mission to support folks with intellectual disabilities in the Greater Birmingham area, and this event is their awesome way of doing it.
For this year’s event, The Exceptional Foundation has teamed up with Alabama Power’s Renew Our Rivers Program, joining forces with one of the nation’s largest river cleanups. It marks a continued and fruitful partnership between Alabama Power and The Exceptional Foundation’s Chili Cook-Off.
All proceeds from the Chili Cook-Off benefit the programs of The Exceptional Foundation, which offers year-round services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
It’s time to eat big for a great cause! Grab your tickets now for The Exceptional Foundation’s Chili Cook-Off on March 2 in Birmingham.
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