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Simon Kenton Chili Cook-off

WHEN: Saturday, September 24, 2022
WHERE: Historic Downtown Urbana, Ohio
WHAT: 8am - Fire engine signals the start of the Cook-Off
11am - Beer Garden opens, Salsa Judging
Noon - Hoopla Parade begins
1pm - Children's Area & Dunk Tank open
1:30pm - Live music begins
2pm - Chili sampling begins - vote for People's Choice
2:30pm - Corn Hole Tournament begins
3pm - Suck, Chew, Blow contest begins
3:30pm - Pepper Eating contest begins
4:30pm - Announcement of Winners

Highlights of the Chili Cook-Off

Established in 2006,  The Simon Kenton Chili Cook-Off and Hoopla Parade always takes place on the 4th Saturday in September. The family-friendly event has activities for the children and the adults, so no one will be bored. Rain or Shine...It's always a good time! Attendance and parking at the street festival is FREE.  

​Visit the event's official website and online scrapbook of past Cook-offs for more information and photos. ChiliCookOffofUrbana.com
Urbana Chili Cookoff

Cook-off

Enter the cooking or eating contests yourself or enjoy as a spectator. Sample chili from the upwards of 25 cooks facing off, and cast your vote for your favorite.

​Try out other food options such as local restaurants, food trucks, and other food vendors that will be on site.  Visit the beer garden for a drink to wash it all down.
Urbana Hoopla Parade

Hoopla

Get caught up in the fun atmosphere of a small town street festival. From the hoopla parade to the dunk tank to the corn hole competition, this is classic Americana. You don't want to miss it!
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Bring the kids, listen to the live bands, vote for your favorite chili, and maybe even partake in a pepper eating contest.
Urbana Chili Festival

Shopping

Browse the booths of over 30 vendors for unique and cool finds. Visit the locally owned retail shops that anchor the Square with their reputation for fine antiques, vintage decor, and clothing.
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​Chili Cook-Off Application

Reserve your spot now!
​Cook-off entry fee until September 10: $25
Cook-off entry fee until September 10: $50

Prizes
1st place: $1000
2nd place: $500
3rd place: $300
4th place $200
5th place: $100
People's Choice: Bragging Rights.
Best Booth Prizes: 1st place - $100, 2nd place - $50
Chili Application

​Salsa Cook-Off Application

You make it, we'll taste!
Entry is free.
Just make your salsa in advance, drop off entry and entry form between 10:30-11:00am on the day of the Cook-Off.

Winners will be announced at 1:30pm.
Must be present to win.

Prizes
1st place: $100
2nd place: $50
Salsa Application

Hoopla Parade Registration

Walk, March, Float or Rollerskate!
Register your business or group to participate in the parade.
Entry is free.
​Parade begins at noon.
Parade Registration

Vendor Application

Join the Celebration!
All booth spaces are 10' by 10'.
Booth reservation fees are as follows:
Commerical food vendors: $75
Regular vendors: $40
​Non-profit vendors: $15.
Applications due by September 16th.
Vendor Application
Monument Square District Urbana Ohio
msdurbana@gmail.com
(937) 788-2812
P.O. Box 707
Urbana, OH 43078
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On the Square, Urbana, Ohio
  • Historic Downtown
    • Dine
    • Shop
    • Attractions >
      • Self-Guided Scioto Street Tour
    • Services >
      • Attorneys
      • Banking & Accounting
      • Health & Wellness
      • Insurance
      • Non-Profit Organizations
      • Personal & Professional Services
      • Real Estate
      • Salons/Barbers
  • Events
    • Rock the Monument 4-Miler >
      • Sponsorships
    • Art Affair on the Square
    • Simon Kenton Chili Cook-off
    • Holiday Horse Parade >
      • Parade Registration
      • Vendor Registration
    • Holiday Concert
    • Cruise-In for a Cause >
      • Sponsorship
  • Forms
  • News
  • Donate
  • Contact