On Saturday, February 27, Central Texas chili makers can put their skills to the test at the Second Annual HOT Chili Fest at Heritage Square in Downtown Waco.  Chili makers are encouraged to put together a team for the Chili Cook-off Contest.  Teams can sign-up now for $50 at HOTChiliFest.com.  All proceeds from the event will go to the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo Scholarship Fund.

Chili teams will be serving their best recipes on Saturday, February 27, from noon to 3:30 p.m. for a chance to win up to $1,600 in cash and prizes.  Teams will dish out a sample to festival attendees who purchase an official chili-tasting cup for $8 in advance and $10 day of the event.  The winning team will receive $800 plus a victory trophy.  Additionally, there will be $400 awarded to the team that wins People’s Choice and $400 awarded to the team with the best showmanship.

In addition to the chili contest, there is a margarita contest with $200 up for grabs to first place and $100 for second place.  Only $20 to enter this contest at HOTChiliFest.com.

The event offers free kids activities and live entertainment.  There will also be a Poker Run where individuals can buy a hand for $20.  The winner will receive $200 cash.