Young Variety Chili Cookoff with The Loop DSM Presented by Hy Vee

Get ready to turn up the heat for a great cause! Join us for a delicious afternoon of competition, community, and chili at the annual Young Variety Chili Cookoff with The Loop DSM Presented by HyVee.

DATE AND TIME

Sun, October 19, 2025

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM CDT

LOCATION

The Iowa Taproom

215 E 3rd St #100

Des Moines, IA

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DETAILS

All proceeds from the event support Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa, helping improve the lives of children who are at-risk, underprivileged, critically ill, or living with special needs. With more than 200 attendees and 20+ chili entries in past years, this event brings flavor and fun to a meaningful mission.

TICKETS Selected during registration

Corporate Chili Entrant

$250.00 (1 Attendee)

Compete in the Corporate Category with a chili from your internal cookoff! Variety can visit your team in advance for a short mission moment to share the impact of your support Includes 5 taster tickets and company name displayed at the event

Individual Chili Entrant - Traditional Chili

$25.00 (1 Attendee)

Traditional Chili Classic, meat-forward chili - beans optional but encouraged. Think hearty, spicy, and bold.

Individual Chili Entrant - Non-Traditional Chili

$25.00 (1 Attendee)

Non-Traditional Chili Unique spins like white chicken chili, vegan options, or unexpected ingredients that break the mold.

Chili Taster

$15.00 (1 Attendee)

Not ready to compete but love to eat? Your vote helps determine our champions!