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NORTH CONWAY, N.H. — The Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the return of the 19th Annual MWV Chili Cook-Off, set for Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM — and this year, the heat is moving to a new venue: Tuckerman Brewing Company in Conway.
Thirteen teams of professional and amateur chefs — representing some of the Valley's most beloved businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations — will go ladle-to-ladle for the title of Chili Champion. Attendees sample all the chilis, vote for their favorites, and help crown the People's Choice winner. It's one of the most delicious competitions of the year, and it sells out fast.
EVENT DETAILS
Date
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location
Tuckerman Brewing Company, Conway, NH
Advance Tickets
$15 per person — purchase online through 1:00 PM, Friday, March 27
Door Tickets
$20 per person
Children 9 & Under
FREE
Tickets
WHAT TO EXPECT
Guests will sample at least 14 different chilis — from smoky meat-forward bowls to creative veggie entries — and cast votes for the People's Choice Award and Best Display. A panel of local celebrity judges will independently score entries and award 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in both the Professional Chef and Amateur Chef categories, plus a Best Overall Veggie Chili and Best Display. Hourly door prize drawings add even more excitement throughout the event.
Between bowls, cool off with a cold Tuckerman Brewing Company craft beer — the perfect antidote to a five-alarm chili (available at an additional cost).
MEET THE 2026 COMPETITORS
This year's lineup features some of the most spirited competitors in the Valley:
Professional Chefs
Sap House Meadery NoCo: Tad Furtado
Sea Dog Brewing Company: Adam Hiles
White Mountain Hotel & Resort / Ledges Restaurant: Kerri Webster, Alex McKinnon
Big Dave’s Bagels & Deli: Dave Hausman
Amateur Chefs
Scuralli & Co: Ben Scuralli
Chalmers Insurance Group: Chris Perk, Mary Henley, Annie Nartowicz
First Water Frames: Jessica Brown, Hudson Brown
M&D Playhouse: Paula Jones
Meredith Village Savings Bank – North Conway: Devin Scott, Daniel Hardward
Midas North Conway: Jeff & Sarah Crandall
Next Steps Community Services: Lisa D'Innocenzo & David Schwartz
Pope Memorial Library: Angela Callahan & Library Recipe Club
North Conway Community Center: Phil Ouellette, Garry Medeires
DEFENDING CHAMPIONS — 2025 RESULTS
Last year's competition set a high bar.
Professional
1st Place The Tap House Restaurant & Bar at The Grand Summit Hotel at Attitash
2nd Place AMC Pinkham Notch Joe Dodge Lodge (Veggie Chili)
3rd Place AMC Pinkham Notch Joe Dodge Lodge (Meat Chili)
Amateur
1st Place NEMBA White Mountains Chapter
2nd Place Chalmers Insurance Group
3rd Place Senne Real Estate
People's Choice Winner
Winner - The Tap House Restaurant & Bar at The Grand Summit Hotel at Attitash
Best Display Winner
AMC Pinkham Notch Joe Dodge Lodge
The MWV Chili Cook-Off is made possible by the generous support of:
Presenting Sponsor: The Valley Originals
Habanero Sponsors: Chalmers Insurance Group & Patriot Insurance | Meredith Village Savings Bank-North Conway | Eastern Propane & Oil
In-Kind Sponsors: Varsity Beverage-Pepsi | North Conway Olive Oil Company
Get Your Tickets Now — Before the Price Goes Up
Advance tickets are just $15 — save $5 by purchasing before 1:00 PM on Friday, March 27.
Purchase online at https://mwvchili.com
ABOUT THE MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce is the leading business organization serving North Conway and the surrounding communities of New Hampshire's White Mountains. The Chamber promotes economic vitality, tourism, and quality of life throughout the region through events, advocacy, and visitor services.For more information go to: www.VisitMWV.com.
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