St. George Island is one of the most calm and serene spots in all of Florida. However, for one day out of the year, the island turns competitive. The St. George Island Chili Cook-Off is one of the most anticipated events of the season. Every spring, locals and visitors come together to cook chili and enjoy events to raise money for charity. Book your stay at Collins Vacation Rentals to experience it for yourself!
If you’re thinking about heading to our island for the St. George Island Chili Cook-Off, take a look at our Things to Do page . Here, you will find everything you need to know about the things to do and see on the Forgotten Coast. Whether you’re looking for the perfect restaurant for date night or family-friendly activities for the kids, you can get our recommendations here.
About the St. George Island Chili Cook-Off
Every year, more than 5,000 people gather on St. George Island for the event. Not only is
there a chili cook-off, there is also a 5K, Miss Chili Pepper and Mr. Hot Sauce contests, golf tournament, salsa contest, and an auction.
Where Do the Proceeds Go?
Proceeds of the St. George Island Chili Cook Off benefit our amazing Volunteer Fire Department. This contest was started to benefit the fire department from the very beginning and continues to do so to this day.
Can I Participate in Events?
Yes! As long as you register in time and
pay a small fee, events at the St. George Island Chili Cook-Off are open to the public. We urge our guests at Collins Vacation Rentals to participate! Entry fees are usually about $5 for food competitions, and you might take home a prize. No matter what, you’ll get to go home with fond memories of competing in one of the most treasured events on the island. You might even get a chance to win Mister Hot Sauce or Miss Chili Pepper if you try out!
If you don’t want to participate, attendees
have a great time watching all the events. You can try chilis and watch the contests. Check out the schedule to see when everything is, then plan your time around that.
The Official Chili Cook-Off
The official chili cook-off portion of the event is sanctioned by the International Chili Society. Their rules and regulations apply to the cook-off. It is $40 for ICS members and $90 for non-members, and winners get a cash prize. If this cook-off is too intense for you, you
are always welcome to participate in the crockpot chili contest! ICS rules do not apply, and the entry fee is only $5.
Book Your Vacation Today
If you’re looking to attend the St. George Island Chili Cook-Off, book your stay at Collins Vacation Rentals! We have properties across the entire island, so we know we have one for you. Browse our rentals based on size and location, then book your stay. From beachfront homes to cozy cottages, our company has curated some of
the best properties on the island for you to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you!
Sat, Mar 05, 2022
Sat, Mar 05, 2022
2021 Update: We will be moving forward with a scaled back version of Chili Cookoff this year. After consideration of all factors, we have confirmed that we will be GOING FORWARD with a scaled back version of the Chili Cookoff Weekend! Though we will not have the big Chili Cookoff crowd gathering competition, band, live auction, or beer vendors on Saturday, we WILL still have many of our great events. The golf tournament will be happening on Thursday at beautiful St James Bay Golf Course. Instead of the crowded live and silent auctions, we will be hosting an ONLINE auction! Make your bids online to win some great auction items! Saturday will feature the Red Pepper Run, a 5K and fun run for your whole family. Best of all on Saturday instead of the big cookoff, auction and bands, we will be hosting a CHILI SALE! Stop by, meet our firefighters and see the firetrucks. We will be selling chili, chili dogs, hotdogs and more in the lighthouse parking lot. This will be a pickup/drive through event.
Since 1982. The Eastpoint Volunteer Fire Dept Charity Chili Cookoff is our annual fund raiser. There will be a chili cooking competition, Golf tournament, Mister Hot Sauce and Miss Chili Pepper, Red Pepper Run 5K, live entertainment and an auction.Winner will advance to ICS 2020 World Chili Cook-off Championship! 8 AM with the Red Pepper Run 5K! (note new starting location at Paddy’s Raw Bar) 9:30 AM Crock Pot Chili must be onsite 9:30 AM Cooks Meeting for the Regional Chili Cookoff Instructions 10 AM Regional Cookoff begins 10 AM Crock Pot Chili Judging 11 AM Auction starts 12 PM Salsa Judging 12:45 PM Mr Hot Sauce Ms Chili Pepper competition 2 PM Bands Start Bands TBA 3:30 PM Chili Cookoff Prizes awarded. Winner advances to the ICS 2020 WORLD CHILI COOK-OFF!
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Nov 04, 2022 - Nov 05, 2022