2026 Chili Cook-Off

About this event

Join us for the 2026 Chili Cook-Off at Turner Family Farms! Come sample and judge for yourself some of Alabama's tastiest chili recipes. General admission will include 5 tasting tickets, pumpkin jump pad, The Corn Barn, petting zoo, playground, train rides, photo ops, and so much more. Extra tasting tickets can be purchased for $1 per ticket. Bungee trampoline and zip line tickets will also be available for purchase. Vendors and food will be on site. Chili tasting and live music will be from 12-2pm. Winners will be announced at 3pm. Farm closes at 5pm.

Contestants must bring their own 10x10 tent, tables, and cooking burners. Turner Family Farms will provide serving bowls and spoons.

Schedule: Teams and individuals may arrive as early as 7:00 AM. Chili must be ready to serve at noon. People's Choice votes and judging take place at 2:00 PM, and winners will be announced at 3:00 PM.

Chili must be cooked on site; ingredients such as onions and peppers may be prepared off site. Electricity is limited, so participants should bring their own butane or cooking burners.

Judging criteria: texture, flavor, consistency, spice/taste, and aroma.

Prizes: $1000 and engraved dutch oven for judged winner, $500 and engraved dutch oven for people's choice, and $250 for judges runner up

Participation agreement: I agree to follow the guidelines for the Chili Cook-Off and release Turner Family Farms and employees from any and all claims or liabilities arising out of or in conjunction with my participation in the event.