Center in the Square is looking for the best tasting chili, as well as the booth that is the
most fun and inventive. In addition to the $1,000 grand prize, second place will receive
$150, and third place $100. $125 will be given to the most creative booth and the
people’s choice winners.

The entry fee for chili contestants is $100 per booth. ($60 with proof of prior $40
Virginia Department of Health Temporary Food Establishment payment.) Each entrant
must provide their own cooking equipment and event tent.

Tickets for the public will be $15 which includes chili tasting and voting. Those with a
sweet tooth will want to visit the flowing fountains of milk and dark chocolate in the
atrium of Center in the Square, where you can taste dipped strawberries, Rice Krispie
Treats and marshmallows. Chocolate Fountain tickets are $10. A combination ticket for
chili tasting and the chocolate fountain experience is $20.

Judges will determine the winner for best chili. Those who purchase tasting tickets will
vote for the people’s choice and most creative and engaging booth awards.

Those interested in participating should contact event organizer Winter Blake at
wblake@centerinthesquare.org or (540) 666-8156. Media inquiries, Logan Goodwin
(540) 224-1247 or lgoodwin@centerinthesquare.org