Turn up the heat for democracy & join us for our annual chili cookoff and fundraiser to support democratic initiatives in Wilson County! Tickets are $15 each or 10 tickets for $100 and can be purchased online, at the door or from one of our executive committee members. Teachers and Wilson County School faculty are FREE with ID at the door. Kids under 10 years old are also free to attend this event!
Enter your favorite chili recipe for prizes & bragging rights
Participate in the live and silent auctions
Meet our 2024 candidates down the ballot
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Saturday, February 17 from 5-8pm at James E. Ward Agriculture Center in the East/West Building
Chili Submissions should arrive between 3:00pm- 4:00pm on 2/17 for judging! Please bring chili in crockpots. Outlets will be provided to ensure your chili stays hot. Other food provided will include: hot dogs, corn breads and chili toppings, desserts and drinks. Trophies will be awarded for first, second and third place winners!
Live and Silent Auctions will take place during the event. The WCDP is currently accepting items for both auctions. If you would like to donate an item, email Contact@WilsonCountyDemocrats.org. Items will be accepted until February 17th and can be dropped of between 12 and 4pm. Winners of auction items will be asked to submit payment that night via check, card payment or online through ActBlue. If able, items will be distributed that night. Other items may require coordination.
Democratic Candidates running to represent Wilson County are invited to attend and speak at this event. Local and State-level candidates will also have the opportunity to set up a table display. Email us for more information.
With any questions about the event, to contribute auction items or to purchase tickets please email Contact@WilsonCountyDemocrats.org