Litchfield, New Hampshire Celebrates USA 250th Birthday July 25-26, 2026
No Cost Entry
Participants:
o Single or Team entries
o Private and commercial entries accepted
Heat Level:
o Mild
o Medium
o Hot
o Extra Hot
Chili Quantity:
o Recommended 5 gallons per table
Preparation:
o Contestants bring chili already cooked
§ Note any common allergens including
· Milk/Dairy
· Eggs
· Peanuts
· Tree Nuts
· Wheat/Gluten
· Soy
· Other
o Set up Sunday July 26 beginning at 12 noon
§ Indicate if electricity is needed
§ Tables provided
Serving:
o Free to public tasting 2-4 pm
o Bowls, spoons and napkins provided
Judging:
o Judging 4-4:30 pm
o People’s choice
§ Based on taste, heat, appearance, texture, aroma; blind tasting encouraged.