On July 30, 2014

Killington Chili Cook-Off returns for the second year, with free concert series

Thursday, July 31 at 5 p.m.

KILLINGTON — On Thursday, July 31, the Killington Parks and Recreation Department will host the second annual Chili Cook-Off, presented by The Mountain Times, at the Sherburne Memorial Library on River Road from 5-8 p.m. Join the competition and bring your best chili as businesses from around the region compete for the title of Best Chili in Killington, or stop by and taste the competitors’ creations. Trophies will be awarded for  first, second, and third place chili based on tasters’ votes, with winners being announced at 7:45 p.m. “We are so excited to have the Killington Chili Cook-off return this year and it is shaping up to be a great  event,” said Kristin Hagenbarth, Killington’s Recreation Director. “Thank you to all of our sponsors for  their support and we hope to see you all there.” The Chili Cook-Off takes place in conjunction with the River Road Summer Concert Series that night,  featuring live music by the Chad Hollister Band. For those over 21, there will be alcohol to purchase with  proper identification. Admission is $10 a person, $15 for two, or $25 for a family of four via cash or check only. This event is rain or shine and will be moved indoor at the Library in case of thunderstorms. For more info, email Recreation@KillingtonTown.com or visit DiscoverKillington.com.

Click here to view footage of the Killington Chili Cook-Off

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