The countdown is on for one of Tequesta’s most anticipated annual events! The 14th Annual Tequesta Chili Cook-Off & Beer Tasting Event returns this fall, and it’s packing more heat, more flavor, and more purpose than ever before. This year’s goal? To raise enough funds to reach a milestone $1 million in total donations to support local veterans’ charities.
Over the past 13 years, this high-energy patriotic festival has raised over $760,000 for organizations that directly support veterans in South Florida. From housing assistance and mental health services to job training and emergency relief, these funds make a tangible impact in the lives of those who served.
“This event is about more than chili and beer. It’s about coming together as a community to give back to the heroes in our own backyard,” said Captain David McGovern, director. “We’re proud of what we’ve built, and this year, we’re turning it up a notch.”
Saturday, Nov. 8
One Main Street – Paradise Park, Tequesta, FL
2 to 6 p.m.
Tickets are on sale at https://tequestachilicookoff.com/ticket-sales.
• General Admission: $30 (includes entry and access to chili tastings). Tickets online and in person at Tequesta Brewing Company, McCarthy’s Irish Pub and Tequesta Fire Rescue. Ticket prices go up to $35 on the day of the event.
• Mug/T-Shirt/Ticket: $60 includes General Admission items plus a 16-ounce glass beer mug and event T-shirt. Tickets are only available online.
• VIP Experience: $100 includes Mug/T-Shirt/Ticket items plus entry to the VIP tent with upgraded food, drinks, and exclusive event swag.
• VIP Table of 10: $1,500 includes a private table for 10 people in the VIP tent, a bottle of prosecco, exclusive event swag including collectors’ mugs and T-shirts, and upgraded food and drinks.
This is a 21 and over event.
No pets allowed (service animals permitted).
Clear bag policy enforced – all bags must be transparent for entry.
What To Expect
• 32-plus First Responder, military and private sector chili teams competing for glory
• Craft beer and wine tasting
• Pipes and drums
• Military flyovers
• Celebrity guests and judges
• An award ceremony honoring our veterans and Gold Star families
• Live music all day long
• A packed silent auction and high-energy live raffle
Want To Support Beyond Tickets?
We’re currently accepting donations for our silent and live raffles. From gift cards and baskets to experiences, services, and exclusive items your contribution will directly support our fundraising goal. It’s a great way for individuals and businesses to get involved and be recognized.
To donate an item, please email: [email protected].
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Get your brand in front of thousands of passionate attendees while supporting a great cause. Custom sponsorship packages are available, from main stage, wine and beer sponsors to VIP and community-level supporters.
Visit http://www.tequestachilicookoff.com or email [email protected] to learn more.
Why It Matters
Funds raised benefit five local organizations: SE Florida Honor Flight, Operation 300, Wounded Veterans Relief Fund, Warriors Renewal Coalition and Tequesta Friends of Public Safety, Inc. Your participation helps ensure no veteran is left behind.
Let’s make this year historic! $1 million for our veterans is within reach.
The chili is hot. The cause is hotter. Don’t miss it.
