Business After Hours - Landmark's 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off

Thursday, October 15, 2026 (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM) (EDT)

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Spice Up Your Evening 🌶️

Landmark Realty Group and the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce invite you to the 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off, a Cashiers tradition that wraps up the Chamber's Business After Hours season with delicious chili, friendly competition, and plenty of community spirit. 

Meet Our Judges

This year’s chili will be put to the taste test by three local hospitality and culinary pros:

  • Christopher Scott, General Manager, Park on Main
  • Luke Callaghan, General Manager, High Hampton Inn
  • Scott Alderson, Owner, Native Prime Provisions

Ten Community Cooks and four Professional Chefs will compete for Best in Show, Judges' Choice, and Community Choice bragging rights.

Ready to compete?
Use the Register button above ↗️ to register as a Community Cook or Professional Chef.

Want to join the Chili Crew?
We’re looking for a few volunteers to help with set-up, greeting, contestant support, beverages, and clean-up. Call the Chamber to grab a spot.

Visit our Chili Cook-Off Guide for voting, awards, judging, etiquette, volunteer opportunities, and everything you need to know.

Special thanks to The Village Green for welcoming the Chili Cook-Off to Lewis Hall and helping us celebrate 20 years of this Cashiers tradition.

A BIG congratulations to the Village Pantry of Cashiers for their clean sweep winning the 2026 Best in Show, Judge's Choice and Community Choice!


The Village Green
160 Frank Allen Road
Cashiers, 28717

Lewis Hall at The Village Green

Event Contact
Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce
(828) 743-5191
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Thursday, October 15, 2026 (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM) (EDT)
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