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Sausalito’s 41st Annual Chili Cook-Off | Marinship Park

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Saturday, September 21, 2019 - All Day | Cost: FREE*
*Free to enter, $12 for unlimited chili.

Robin Sweeney Park | 339 Caledonia St, Sausalito, CA 94965

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Come for the fun and festivity and be prepared for a culinary treat on Saturday September 21, 2019 from 11:30 am – 3:30 pm at the Robin Sweeny Park. Musical entertainment will be provided by Super Mule, a bluegrass band. Mt. Tam Adventure Camps will bring their jumpy houses as well. It is sure to be a fun time for the whole family.

For the 41st consecutive year, the City of Sausalito is hosting its legendary Chili Cook-off. This local event features live music & all the chili you can eat for $12. 

The $12 also give you an opportunity to vote for your favorite chili in the “People’s Choice” category. Margaritas, beer, and wine as well as hotdogs and hamburgers, cooked by the Volunteers In Public Safety (V.I.P.S) will also be available for purchase.

The Basics:

  • Music by Firewheel
  • Unlimited Tasting wristbands $10
  • VIPS will be selling food for those not into chili
  • Rec’ers will be selling beverages
  • Parks and Rec will be selling snow cones and sodas
  • Tasting begins at noon sharp (you can buy a wristband starting at 11:30 am)
  • Dog Friendly
  • Wristbands can be purchased online starting Sept. 1st

Chefs will duke it out in three contest categories, “Judge’s Choice”, “People’s Choice”, and Best Booth – look out for some amazing costumes and. Awards are donated by Heath Ceramics here in Sausalito.

Don’t miss the Great Sausalito Chili Cook-off.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free to enter, $12 for unlimited chili.
Categories: **Annual Event**, All You Can Eat, Eating & Drinking, Fun & Games, Kids & Families, Live Music
Address: 339 Caledonia St, Sausalito, CA 94965