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Dax Lee’s Chili Cook Off a Snow Park (Oakland)

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Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Entry is free! Chili tasting tickets are $30

Snow Park | Harrison St & Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA

Event Details

What started as a pot of chili and an open invitation inside Dax Lee’s Barbershop has grown into one of Oakland’s most anticipated annual events.

Every June, 800+ neighbors, food lovers, and local legends show up to watch some of the East Bay’s best chefs compete for chili glory, with live music and a full bar to keep things moving.

This ain’t your average cook-off.
It never has been.

A FUNDRAISER FOR HOMELESS ACTION

Since day one, the Cook-Off has been about more than chili. Every edition raises money for organizations on the front lines of fighting homelessness in Oakland.

To date, the event has raised over $20,000 for local nonprofits doing direct, meaningful work in our community.

Bands:

B.Hamilton

Stillyoung

Bliss Abyss

Sad Dads Anonymous

40+ Vendors, 20+ Chili Chefs, 7 Bars, and lots of fun!

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*
*Entry is free! Chili tasting tickets are $30
Categories: *Top Pick*, Community, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, In Person, Live Music
Venue: Snow Park
Address: Harrison St & Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA