Compete for Top Honors
Show off your best chili recipe and compete in these exciting categories
People's Choice
The crowd favorite! Your fellow attendees will vote for their favorite chili.
Scoutmaster's Choice
Expert selection from our experienced scout leaders.
Best Presentation
Get creative with decorations and costumes!
Why Join?
This is more than a cook-off — this event reflects the spirit of Scouting: doing our best, helping others, and having fun along the way.
Have fun cooking and sharing your favorite chili recipe.
Connect with neighbors, businesses, and Scout families.
Support the youth of St. Pat's Troop 168 as they grow in leadership and service.
Extra chili will be donated to the La Crosse Warming Shelter through Catholic Charities.
No good chili should go to waste! We're aiming to donate 20 gallons to those in need.
What You'll Need
Ready to compete? Here's what to bring to the Cook-Off
5 Gallons of Chili Minimum
Bring at least 5 gallons (more if you can!). We're aiming for 20 gallons total to donate.
Keep It Hot
Bring a slow cooker or roaster to keep your chili at the perfect temperature.
Get Creative
Decorations or costumes encouraged — there's a prize for Best Presentation!
Get Your Tickets
Get fired up for a great cause! Secure your spot at the St. Pat's Troop 168 Chili Cook-Off and help our Scouts keep the adventure going all year long.
Tickets are $10 per person
Can't make it to the Chili Cook-Off? You can still help!
Our Scouts could really use some new gear!
If you can't make it to the cook-off, please consider making a donation — every bit helps our youth programs grow stronger.
Ready to Join the Competition?
Register to compete by November 15, 2025, so we can plan space and supplies.
Let's make this a night of good food, great fun, and real community impact.
Come cook, laugh, and help support our Scouts and our neighbors in need.