11th Annual Chili Cook Off

Join us in celebrating 11 years of heartburn with celebrity judges Doug Sohn (aka Hot Doug), David Eigenberg (Sex and the City and Chicago Fire), and Clinton Sandifer (aka. ShowYouSuck). 20+ delicious chilis (including vegetarian), Marz Community Brewing beer, Virtue Cider, and Black Dog Gelato await you. Tunes will be provided by Pulaski Squares. Gather your appetites and your friends for this annual community-building event. All proceeds support our artists’ creative practices and professional development.

Tickets now on sale!

• • General Admission – $20 in advance | $25 at the door.
    • Includes unlimited chili, gelato, and two beers.
  • Super Chili Fan – $35
    • Includes unlimited chili, gelato, three beers, and a limited edition print by Cole Fox.
  • VIP – $50
    • Includes unlimited chili, gelato, four beers, a limited edition print by Cole Fox, a swag bag, and a VIP seating area.
  • A VIP Table – $250
    • Includes four VIP tickets and a reserved table. 
  • Sponsor an Artist Ticket – $40
    • Helps an Arts of Life artist to attend with staff support.

Thank You to Judges:

And Our Event Sponsors and Partners:

And to Our CCO Planning Committee:

Alexis Bassett, Megan Capps, Jack Flowers, Jake Linn, Lucas McEmery, Doug Sohn, Leonor Vanik