Stan’s 14th Annual Chili Cook-Off took place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, benefiting Amplified Minds.
With 26 chili entries, a packed crowd, and plenty of friendly competition, it was an all-around great time. Huge thanks to everyone who cooked, tasted, donated, and came out to support such an important cause.
See the winners below and check out the photo gallery for highlights from the day.
Thank you to our event sponsors:
- Busch Light
- East Dallas Automotive
- Rising Tides
- James Hawkins
- Dallas Hemp Co.
- Dallas Amputee Network
Thank you to our raffle prize donors:
- Terilli’s
- Rise Soufflé
- Dodie’s Rockwall
- Dodie’s Greenville
- McRae’s American Bistro
- Stan’s Blue Note
- Alejandra Bakos, Heart Center Beauty
- Strouderosa BBQ
- Walton’s Garden Center
- Goodfriend Beer Garden and Burger House
- Fortunate Son
- Cock & Bull Neighborhood Pub
- The Whistling Pig Neighborhood Pub
- Goodwins
- Truck Yard
- The Lounge Here
- El Vecino
- Main Street Café
- Far Out
- Saint Valentine
2026 Chili Cook-Off Winners
Judges Choice Winners
Judges Choice – 1st Place — Kayla Cooper
Judges Choice – 2nd Place — Wade Padgett
Judges Choice – 3rd Place — Ryan Clark and Friend
Peoples Choice Winners
Peoples Choice – 1st Place — Ben Stewart
Peoples Choice – 2nd Place — RJ Ables
Peoples Choice – 3rd Place — Chris Plumetazz and Rhys Gabbitas












































