Lenexa Chili Challenge
Old Town Lenexa 13446 Santa Fe Trail Dr., Lenexa, Kansas 66215

Friday, Oct. 13, 2023, 6 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Old Town Lenexa, Santa Fe Trail Drive & Pflumm Road, Lenexa, KS 66215
Free admission
Free samples on Saturday, while supplies last
This free foodie festival heats up Friday night with live music and a fireworks show. On Saturday, grab your spoon at the gate to feast on your fill of chili, hot wings and salsa samples. Face painters, balloon artists and live music will be present both days. Little chefs can take part in the Kids Kornbread Contest Saturday morning.
About 200 teams compete in our chili, hot wings and salsa contests in hopes of taking home the Grand Champion prize. Teams host private parties on Friday night and give out samples to everyone on Saturday.
Activities include musical entertainment and JDRF Fundraising both days, fireworks on Friday night, and the Kids Kornbread Contest on Saturday.