New Mexico cook-offs
New Mexico is the heart of American chili country — CASI-sanctioned cook-offs and regional pod events run across the state, and the Hatch chile harvest each September anchors a wave of fall chili contests. The dry climate keeps the outdoor cooking season long; KCBS BBQ contests fill the calendar in the southeast and around Albuquerque.
Event · EVT-0255
♥ Charity
American Legion Post 26 Chili Cook-Off
Sat, Jul 11, 2026
American Legion Post 26
Hobbs, NM
Entry$20.00
Event · EVT-0261
♥ Charity
Day after American Legion post 26 Chili Cook-Off
Sun, Jul 12, 2026
Day after American Legion post 26
Hobbs, NM
Entry$20.00
Event · EVT-0530
★ Champ
8750' BBQ & Music Festival - LSBS Sanctioned Official New Mexico State Championship
Aug 14 – Aug 15, 2026
Brandenburg Park
Red River, NM
Payout$10K
Entry$225.00
Teams55
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