Sat, Feb 28
|Dive Bar Hickory
Hickory: Chili Cook-Off
Whether you make the best Chili in Hickory, know someone who does, or just enjoy a warm meal, you're invited!
Time & Location
Feb 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Dive Bar Hickory, 117 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28602, USA
Guests
About the event
We are thrilled to be hosting our inaugural Chili Cook-Off at Dive Bar Hickory on Saturday, February 28th!
4pm-6:30pm
'Tis the season for your favorite comfort meal, and we're on the hunt for the best in Hickory!
We are limiting entry to 15 contestants who will bring their best pot of chili for all to judge and the winner will be crowned Government Avenue Chili Champion with a cash prize, custom trophy, and bragging rights! 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive an award and Dive Bar Gift Card.
$5 to enter your (soon-to-be) award-winning Chili; Register here online!
FREE to attend the event and sample the Chilis! RSVP here online to let us know you're coming!