Two angry red and green chili peppers face off in the foreground against a background of orange flames.

Sertoma Chili Cook Off

LXCL:Grants entry to the event with access to standard amenities and activities.

General Admission - Early Bird

Priority entry, reserved seating, and access to VIP‑only areas.

VIP Admission

General Admission

LXCL:Grants entry to the event with access to standard amenities and activities. ($10 off 5 tickets)

Group Tickets

The Sertoma Chili Cook-Off presented by Miller Lite is an annual fundraising event founded by the Springfield Area Sertoma Clubs: <a href="https://www.hotosertoma.org/" target="_blank">Heart of the Ozarks Sertoma</a>, <a href="https://www.springfieldsertoma.org/" target="_blank">Springfield Sertoma</a>, &amp; <a href="http://www.queencitysertoma.org/" target="_blank">Queen City Sertoma</a>. The event began in 1981, and has become one of the biggest parties of the year in Springfield. Chili Cook-Off features dozens of area businesses serving a wide variety of chili recipes that attendees are able to sample and enjoy, as well as voting for their favorite booth. A number of live bands and activities are hosted throughout the day alongside the delicious food and drinks. When people hear about Chili Cook-Off coming up— they know it’s the party to attend!  Proceeds from the event go to support the <a href="http://bgclubspringfield.org/" target="_blank">Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Springfield</a>, one of the many charities Sertoma Clubs have been proud to partner with and support. Eating chili, hanging out with friends and family, having fun… and it’s all for a good cause!NO STROLLERS!!! Strollers must be left at the entrance or checked at Coat Check! Not recommended for Children under 12NEW POLICY FOR 2027: CLEAR BAGS will get you through the admission line faster! Cook's Party - Friday Night Feb 19th, 2027<ul><li>6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Poker tournament</li><li>5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Feedback School of Music Showcase</li><li>7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Pspringfield Psychos</li></ul>Saturday Lineup Feb 20th, 2027Brad Bradshaw Stage11 am - DJ CEO 11:10 am - National Anthem 11:30 am - 12:30 pm OZARK STORM BAND  1:00 pm - 2:00 pm SOUND THE ALARM  2:30 pm - 3:30 pm CHERRY &amp; JAMES  4:00 pm -5:00 pm PLUSH Acoustic Stage<ul><li>TBA</li><li>TBA</li><li>TBA</li><li>TBA</li></ul>

Sertoma Chili Cook Off

Sertoma Chili Cook Off 2027 Early Bird Tickets

635 E St Louis St

VIP Admission

$65

General Admission

$25

Group Tickets

$115

General Admission - Early Bird

$20

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