Eat Chili, Save Turtles
1st annual “The Island Chili Showdown”
Proceeds benefit the Texas Sealife Center
October 26, 2024!
It’s time we come together as a community, have a great time, listen to music, cook, and eat some amazing chili for a great cause that will benefit The Texas Sealife Center. The Texas Sealife Center is a nonprofit 501c3 organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of coastal and aquatic wildlife. The organization was formed due to a recognized need for additional wildlife support in South Texas.
So, get your team together and prepare to take the NPI GOLD 1st place winner.
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Cook?
Enter your chili into the Showdown. Teams are limited to 4 members max. $25 per team to enter. Click here to learn the rules.
Sponsor?
The heart of any benefit. We love sponsors. Email us or call someone you know who’s affiliated with the event to get set up.
Vendor?
Products to sell? We welcome the vendor vibe. Email us or call someone you know who’s affiliated with the event to get set up.
Texas Sealife Center
The Texas Sealife Center is a nonprofit 501c3 organization dedicated to the rescue rehabilitation and release of coastal and aquatic wildlife. The organization was formed due to a recognized need for additional wildlife support in South Texas and the growing number of animals that are admitted to wildlife centers in the U.S. annually.
Special THANK YOU to our Sponsors!
Island Gatherings
North Padre Island’s premier venue for hosting your most memorable events! Whether you’re planning a wedding, birthday party, corporate event, or any special celebration, Island Gatherings offers the perfect combination of signature dishes and exceptional service, in an atmosphere that can’t be beat.
Cabana Pantry
Artisanal Cabana Pantry spice blends, rubs, seasonings, recipe kits and all things hibiscus; fancy pantry items and quality kitchen utensils, along with new and “seasoned” cookbooks! Cooking classes that are bold, fun and flavorful! Perfect venue for a bridal shower!
Big Springs Distillers
Timber Craft Ninety-Eight is a double gold award winning Bourbon Whiskey. Ninety- Eight draws you in at first sip with it’s smooth caramel notes. Vette Vodka clocks in at 6-times distilled and 32-times charcoal filtered. Vette is built with performance in mind.
Love Shack Tiki Hut
Pack less, lounge more. When you rent our Tiki Hut for the day, we provide you with a Margaritaville margarita machine, mini refrigerator with freezer, ice chest, four bar stools, two hammock swings, two Bluetooth speakers, plugs with USB capabilities, a generator, and lights.
General Questions about “The Island Chili Showdown”?
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