1st Annual Alamo Heights Chili Cook-Off

The 1st Annual Alamo Heights Chili Cook-Off is Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 11 AM to 6 PM in Kellyanne Park and the Heights Pool parking lot at 250 Viesca St. It’s free and open to everyone, presented by the City of Alamo Heights and Heights Pool.

What’s Happening

  • Chili cook-off: teams compete for cash prizes
  • Live music: headliner The Texases plus an opening act
  • Cornhole tournament: bring a partner and your best toss
  • Bounce houses: one for big kids, one for little kids

Come hungry. Teams serve free chili samples to the crowd while they last.

Think Your Chili Can Win?

We’re looking for 22 teams to battle for cash prizes and bragging rights. Businesses, neighbors and friend groups are all welcome.

  • Each team gets a two-parking-space cook site. Bring your own 10×10 tent.
  • Spots are limited, so reach out early.

To enter, or to ask about rules and judging, email park@heightspool.com.

Where

Kellyanne Park & Heights Pool
250 Viesca St, San Antonio, TX 78209
Get directions in Google Maps

More on the park: Kellyanne Park. Everything else coming up: Hours & Events.

Chili Cook-Off FAQ

When is the Alamo Heights Chili Cook-Off?

Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 11 AM to 6 PM.

Where is it?

In Kellyanne Park and the Heights Pool parking lot, 250 Viesca St, San Antonio, TX 78209, in Alamo Heights.

Does it cost anything to attend?

No. The cook-off is free and open to everyone, and teams serve free chili samples while they last.

How do I enter a chili team?

Email park@heightspool.com. There are spots for 22 teams. Each team gets a two-parking-space cook site and brings its own 10×10 tent.

Who is hosting?

The City of Alamo Heights and Heights Pool.