WHOA DOGGIE
CHILI COOK-OFF
Stay tuned for an announcement on the third annual Chili Cook-Off in fall 2026
The Deets
Saturday, November 22
Tasting Event will start @ 4pm Judging will end @5:30 Winners announced @ 6:00
Bring your appetite and join us for a day of fun and deliciousness.
Taste the best chili Knoxville has to offer, pet the sweetest cuddle pups available for adoption at Young Williams, then vote for your favorite chili to see who takes home the crown.
Your ticket will get you a spoon to try all of the contestants chilis and vote on each. The tasting event will begin @ 4pm, judging will end at 5:30pm, winners will be announced at 6pm.
Stick around to watch the Tennessee Vols take on the Florida Gators in Gainesville at 7:30 pm
Get 25% off Sevier Ave Burger Co appetizers during the event and one free draft beer or fountain soda drink (beer ticket subject to age verification day of event). You can also purchase handmade cocktails from your SABC bartender. Prizes to be drawn after the winning chilis are announced.
Limited tickets available. $10 for presale, $12 at the door day of event if tickets are still available.
– Contestants –
Think you have what it takes? Enter your chili for a chance at a trophy, swag, prizes, gift cards and BRAGGING rights. All types of chilis welcome with first, second and third place winners. All entries receive one bottle of Whoa Doggie Hot Sauce and a Whoa Doggie trucker hat for only a $15 entry fee.
All proceeds benefit Young-Williams Animal Center