KATY LINE CHILI
COOK-OFF
A Full Steam Flavor Competition
CASI-Sanctioned Chili Cook-Off in Smithville, TX
All Aboard for Some Full Steam Flavor!
Things are heating up at the Katy Line Chili Cook-Off! Join us Saturday, December 5, at Smithville's Railroad Park for a day of friendly competition, bold flavors, and hometown Christmas cheer. This CASI-sanctioned cook-off welcomes seasoned competitors and local cooks alike, with an Open Division for those ready to put their chili to the test.
Not cooking? Come hungry! Visitors can enjoy free chili tastings while supplies last, cheer on their favorite cooks, and experience a little holiday heat at Christmas on the Katy Line!
Thanks to our Katy Line Chili Cook-Off Sponsors
THINK YOUR CHILI HAS WHAT IT TAKES?
Whether you're a seasoned chili competitor or a hometown cook with a winning recipe, there's a place for you at the Katy Line Chili Cook-Off! Benefiting the Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Open to All Cooks — CASI Membership Not Required to Enter
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CASI Sanctioned Division: Compete under official CASI rules.
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Open Division: A local chili competition with chili grind permitted.
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Entry Fee: $30 per cook — cash or check only. No Refunds.
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Registration: Day of event, 7:30–9:30 AM.
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2:00 PM Turn-In Deadline.
CASI competitors must follow official CASI competition rules, available at CASIChili.net.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
CASI Chili
1st-10th Place
Showmanship
1st-3rd Place
Open Divison
1st-3rd Place
ADDITIONAL COOK DETAILS
PARKING & SET-UP
Cook parking is available in the 1st Street parking lot across from Railroad Park. No overnight parking is permitted at Railroad Park, and setup is not allowed before 7:30 AM.
Festival streets will be closed, and vehicles are not permitted inside the festival area. Please bring a dolly or cart to transport cooking equipment and supplies.
Cooks are responsible for their own booth, supplies, equipment, helpers, setup, and teardown.
FIRE SAFETY
All cooking equipment, propane and open-flame setups, fuel storage, and fire extinguishers must comply with applicable fire and safety requirements. Cooking fires must be attended at all times. No dumping of grease, ashes, or hot coals on-site.
CAMPING, RV or LODGING
For overnight accommodations, see: VisitSmithville.org.
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FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS, CONTACT:
Kathy Danielson, Executive Director, 512-237-2313