Here’s an event that’s sure to be hot, hot, hot! The Superior Chili & Beer Fest features two live bands, chili and craft beers. The Fest is Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Superior Community Park. Chili samples are generously provided by the cooks (both restaurant pros and amateur home chefs) and are distributed first come-first served for free. Get there early as samples go fast.
There is no cost for general admission which includes the live music, vendors, all activities, kids zone and unlimited chili-flavored food samples. Use the QR codes posted around the event to help decide the winner of the People’s Choice Competition.
Anyone 21 years of age and older may purchase a Beer Fest ticket ($40) online prior to the event or $50 at the door the day-of (if available). Cash and cards accepted. The Beer Fest portion gives you access to everything the Chili Fest has to offer with additional access to unlimited 3-ounce tastings from an array of beer, cider, wine and spirit vendors. And you’ll take home a souvenir Boulder Valley Beer Fest glass mug!
VIP tickets are also available for purchase ($85) online in advance or ($95) at the box office day of, if available. A VIP ticket gets you the full Chili & Beer Fest experience with the comforts of a private tent, additional food, beer, wine and cider options.
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Single-serve beer and seltzers will also be available for purchase (cash or card) from the Rotary’s Beer Garden booth for anyone 21 years of age and older. ID will be required and a wristband must be obtained before being served.
Food trucks will be on site for additional choices and kid-friendly food options. Beer will be sold, as well as water and soda.
Enjoy tons of entertainment by local musicians including Mono Verde Collective and Erica Brown.
Parking is tight and organizers encourage everyone to walk or ride their bike to the event. If you ride your bike, bring your own lock as there is no valet station this year.
If you need to drive, parking will be available at the northeast corner of McCaslin Blvd. and Coalton Rd. offering a FREE shuttle to Community Park. The shuttle bus will run from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. making a round trip every 15 minutes.
1350 Coalton Rd., Superior.
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