Sioux Falls Chili Fest Is Back! Eat Chili, Win A Diamond & Help The Banquet
Get ready to spice things up for a great cause! Chili Fest 2026 is returning to Downtown Sioux Falls!
The annual fundraiser benefiting The Banquet is set for Thursday, October 1, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Icon Lounge in Downtown Sioux Falls.
The Banquet is a non-profit community meal ministry that provides food, fellowship, and support to individuals and families in need.
Chili Fest is a chance to gather with friends, enjoy some delicious chili and support an organization that works to help people in need throughout the Sioux Falls community.
And there’s more than just chili on the menu this year. Attendees will also have a chance to win a hidden diamond prize, adding a little extra excitement to the evening.
Taste chili from 10 local chefs, enjoy live music from the Crabgrass Crew, and more!
- CinnaWIN Diamond: 100 giant cinnamon rolls with ONE hidden diamond prize
- Quarter Hog Raffle with only 100 tickets sold and four chances to win
- Silent Auction
- 50/50 Drawing
- Cash Bar
- And plenty of cinnamon rolls to go with all that chili!
The Banquet encourages the community to attend Chili Fest 2026 and make plans to purchase tickets in advance.
Chili Fest 2026 Details:
- Thursday, October 1, 2026
- 5:00–8:00 p.m.
- Icon Lounge – Downtown Sioux Falls
- Benefiting The Banquet
Advance tickets are available for those who want to join the fun.
Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door.
Grab your friends, bring your appetite and get ready for an evening filled with chili, prizes and help community spirit.
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