Join us for Blake’s 10th Annual Chili Cook-Off! We’re marking 10 years of a winter tradition celebrating community, craft, and friendly competition as local cooks dish out their best family chili recipes. Expect a high-energy winter day on the farm with hard cider flowing, music playing, games, and more.

Blake's Orchard & Cider Mill
17985 Armada Center Road, Armada MI 48005

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Join us for an unforgettable day of spice, fun, and good times at Blake's Chili Cook-Off!

Get ready to indulge in unlimited chili. Packed with bold flavors and unique twists from local chefs and home cooks—there’s a chili for everyone!

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Unlimited Chili

Taste your way through a variety of chilis, from classic to creative, with all the toppings and sides you could dream of. Categories of chili to taste and vote on are 4 legged (beef or pork), 2-legged (chicken, duck, etc.), exotic, and no-legged (vegetarian).

Live Music

Live bands bring the rhythm, the energy, and the perfect soundtrack to your day.

Drinks

Enjoy refreshing drinks from our full bar, featuring craft beers, cocktails, and non-alcoholic options to keep you cool as you sample all the chili goodness.

Deposit:

$20 deposit includes admission for chili cooker and helper. Each person will receive a logo pint glass and a pint of hard cider or beer. The chili cooker will receive a commemorative t-shirt as well. Chili Cookers will receive their deposit back upon successful completion of the event.

Chili Rules:

We ask that you bring as much Chili as possible. At least two 8 qt crock pots (or a 16 qt roasting pan) is required - the estimated attendance is 750+ people! The more chili you bring the more samples you can give out and the better your chances of winning are! Per health department regulations chili will be required to be heated to 165 degrees to serve.

Time:

Chili entries need to be on-site promptly between 10:00 am - 11:00 am on the day of the event.