Cookers

Would you like to have bragging rights to the State of Wyoming’s BEST Red or Green Chili,  or Salsa, and a chance to compete at nationals in Terlingua, TX?  Enter now for the 2026 State Championship Chili Cook-off, to be held June 20, 2026, in Chugwater, Wyoming.  The event draws people from across Wyoming and the surrounding states. More than 3,000 guests are expected to attend!

Highlights Include:

  • Red Chili, Green Chili, and Salsa
  • Red Chili Showmanship
  • Junior division for aspiring cooks 18 and younger
  • People’s Choice award, chosen by Chugwater Chili Cook-off attendees
  • Prizes!!!

Register Today!

2026 Registration Packet Coming Soon

Day of Instructions-

  • Check in Friday June 19th 12pm-6pm
  • Check in Saturday June 20th 6am-9am
  • Cooks Meeting at Stage at 9am
  • Salsa turned into judges at 11:30am
  • Salsa Sampling for People’s Choice at 11:30am
  • Chili Turned into Judges at 1pm
  • Chili Sampling for public at 1pm
  • Make sure to check into the community center either Friday June 19th or Saturday June 20th to get your cookers packet, portion cups, and gift bag.
  • Cooks dinner Friday at 6pm at Staats Park- Ticketed Event

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