VisArts Chili Throwdown

10th Annual VisArts Chili Throwdown

UPDATE: SOLD OUT

Miss your chance to get a ticket, but still want to join in on the fun?
Volunteer at the event
Friday, October 4 | 6 – 9pm
Visual Arts Center of Richmond
1812 W. Main St.

The event is sold out, and we unfortunately cannot accommodate walk-ups. We’re still looking for a few more volunteers if you want to join in on the fun!

The VisArts Chili Throwdown is the perfect kick-off for the fall season. Participating restaurants from all over Richmond contribute their best chili, which is taste-tested by both a blind jury and the event’s attendees. Join us in the heart of the Fan for an evening of delicious chili, handmade ceramics, and live music by Cary Street Ramblers!

Adult admission includes:
☑️ a sample of chili from each restaurant
☑️ a handmade ceramic bowl made by a VisArts clay artist
☑️ a full bowl of the chili of your choosing
☑️ a beer or wine voucher

All proceeds benefit VisArts. This event is rain or shine and tickets are non-refundable.

Judging Panel

Who knows Richmond's restaurants better than these three pros? Meet this year's official chili taste testers.
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Featured Artist

Meet Conor Dimond, our Featured Artist for the 10th Annual VisArts Chili Throwdown.
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Volunteer at Chili Throwdown

For every 2 hours of volunteer work, you earn a $10 credit towards a class at VisArts.
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* = Returning Chili Throwdown Champions

Are you a business looking to throw your hat in the ring?
Contact our Special Events Manager, Adam Dorland to learn more!

Calling all clay artists

Join us at a Throw-a-thon or glazing event to help us create bowls for the event!
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