Month: October 2019

More than 60 vendors prepare chili dishes for annual Chili Cook-off

October 09, 2019 | Events

Thousands of locals are gearing up for the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce’s 36th annual Chili Cook-Off in Downtown Belleville on October 11 and 12, 2019 from 11:00am to 10:30pm both days. What began with just a few vendors on one block of East Main Street in downtown Belleville is now one of Belleville’s largest events celebrating the culinary creations from over 60 vendors, representing individuals, local organizations and area businesses. Thousands every year come to enjoy the great chili, entertainment and other festivities, but most don’t realize that the Chili Cook-off is the biggest fundraiser of the year for many non-profit or­ganizations that take part. Many of the ven­dors participating at the Chili Cook-off each year are either a non-profit organization or a business raising money for a charity. 100% of the money you…

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