Milburn Park
1901 Sun Chase Blvd
Cedar Park, Texas 78613

This year’s event is all about bringing families together! On November 7th at Milburn Park, join us for the 9th Annual CAI Austin Chili Fest Cook-Off and Sports Competition, where the whole family can dive into the fun. With activities for every age, this is our 'fun-est' and 'wacky-est' event of the year! From chili and BBQ tastings to live music, door prizes worth hundreds of dollars, there’s something for everyone. Make memories with your loved ones, bring the kids, and enjoy a fantastic day in Cedar Park filled with laughter, food, and family fun!

EVENT SCHEDULE
8:00 AM - Cook-off teams arrival and set-up
10:00 AM - Sponsor arrival and tent set-up
11:00 AM - Registration opens; festivities begin
11:30 AM - Sports team competitions begin
12:00 PM - Cook-off judging begins
2:15 PM - Awards and door prizes
3:00 PM - Event concludes

REGISTRATION

$0 — CAI Austin Chapter Member Manager and Homeowner Leader (Kids FREE!)
$25 — Non-Member Manager and Homeowner Leader
$50 — Add-on Business Partner (must already have purchased a cook-off team entry)

*ALL BUSINESS PARTNERS ARE REQUIRED TO SPONSOR OR PARTICIPATE IN THE COOK-OFF TO ATTEND THE EVENT.

COOK-OFF COMPETITION INFORMATION

Categories

Chili
BBQ (includes Brisket, Ribs, Chicken)
Jackpot (chef's choice)

Registration Fee
Entry fee is $250 per 2-person team for your first cook-off category and $50 per team for each additional category. If you elect to participate in multiple cook-off categories additional team members will pay $25 each.

Rules & Reminders

Please note that only registered cook-off teams may set up and cook food in the tournament.
Each team may request a 12x12 tent space or a space for a trailer. Teams may request a specific location first requested, first reserved.
All spaces will be assigned prior to the event.
Teams must bring their own TENTS, TABLES, CHAIRS, ETC...
Cook-off area for loading and unloading only. NO CARS will be allowed in cook-off area; only tables and BBQ trailers allowed.
Bring your own cups, plates, spoons, forks, and napkins as needed for serving the attendees.
Teams are also responsible for their own condiments such as cheese, crackers, onions, bread, sauce, etc. for garnishes
Please attempt to prepare enough food for 15-20+ people, plus the judges.
Food may be prepared offsite prior to the judging or prepared onsite.
All teams can start arriving at 8:00 am. All teams must be on site by 11:00 am to be allowed to compete. 12:00 NOON DEADLINE for Cook-off teams to submit entries for judging. Cook-off booths open for attendees to sample their offerings.
Food prepared must be fit for human consumption!
- Judges Criteria: aroma, color, consistency, tenderness, taste & aftertaste.
- Judging is based on each category above with a scale of 1-10, the highest collective score will be the winner.
EACH TEAM WILL BE PROVIDED A CONTAINER TO SUBMIT THEIR ENTRIES (EXCEPT FOR JACKPOT WHO CAN USE THEIR OWN). A number will be pre-affixed to the underside of each provided container. Inside each container will be a copy of the secret number for the team captain to keep. If you lose your copy of the number, there will be no way to know who the winner is.
Cook-off teams need to promote the Peoples Choice Award and encourage people to vote. Each attendee will be given a Mardi Gras-style necklace when they arrive at the event and will vote by leaving their necklace at the booth of their favorite cook-off team just one vote per attendee.
Teams will be required to submit the following for judging:
- 1 cup of chili in the provided container
- Enough samples for 3 judges
- Jackpot entries provided in the container or use your own for presentation
- Containers with food are to be delivered by a team member to the designated area at the judging station at 12:00 pm or be disqualified.
Winners will be announced at 2:15 pm by number and company name.
Contact the CAI Austin Chapter with any questions about the cook-off prior to the event: 512.763.2074 / jesus@caiaustin.org.

SPORTS COMPETITION INFORMATION

Volleyball

Registration Fee: $195
Includes five (5) wristbands for team players

Cornhole Tournament

Registration Fee: $200
Includes two (2) wristbands for team players

Rules & Reminders Volleyball

(5) players per Vollebyall Team
All games are to a score of 21
All spaces will be assigned prior to the event.
You do NOT have to win by 2 points

Rules & Reminders Cornhole

(2) players per Cornhole Team
1 point for a leaner
3 points for a ringer
You are self-policed and make your own calls

Please, don't be late to your games. Team captains must notify a Chili Fest committee member of their final score

We will email game times and court numbers to all registered players so that everyone will know when their first game is. However, after the first game, it will be the teams responsibility to track the start time and which court they will be playing on.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

A wide variety of sponsorship opportunities that offer great exposure for your company are available for this event. Get your company in front of prospective clients!

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