Thursday Jun 4, 2026
Pierson Park
McKinleyville Chamber of Commerce
Date and Time
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM PDT
Location
1608 Pickett Rd, McKinleyville, CA 95519
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2026 Chili Cook-Off
The Annual Pony Express Days Chili Cook-Off is back and shaping up to be one of the tastiest nights of the festival!
Thursday, June 4, 2026
5:30–7:30 PM at Pierson Park
Local teams will be cooking their chili on-site and competing for community bragging rights. From spicy to smoky to classic comfort flavors, there will be plenty to sample throughout the evening.
And the best part? The diners are the judges.
Sample a variety of chili creations and cast your votes for your favorites, along with the Most Spirited Chili Cookin’ Team!
