Deaf Chili Cook-Off 2026
February 7, 2026 @ 11:00AM — 3:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Sally J. Pimentel Deaf & Hard of Hearing Center: 1860 Boy Scout Dr B208 Fort Myers, FL 33907 Get Directions
Put Your Chili to the Test at the Deaf Chili Cook-Off!
Join us for a fun and flavorful community event supporting the Deaf and hard of hearing community! Bring your best chili or simply come ready to taste and vote.
Guests will receive tasting cups and ballots to judge each entry. All judging is done by the tasters, making this a lively, crowd-powered competition you won’t want to miss.
Enjoy fun games and activities alongside your delicious chili, and enter for a chance to win one of our amazing raffle items!
Chili Cook-Off Competitions
Participants can enter their chili to compete in:
- People’s Choice – Best Overall Chili (Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place)
Tasters will sample each chili, then cast their votes for their favorites. The entries with the most votes will take home cash prizes and bragging rights!
Whether you're competing or tasting, this event is all about community, creativity, and delicious food—all in support of our critical Deaf and hard of hearing programs and services.