Wabash Cannonball Chili
The 10th annual Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Cook Off is set for noon to 4 p.m. October 20, 2012, in Paradise Spring Historical Park, 351 East Market Street, Wabash, Indiana (map).
Known as “the largest chili cook-off east of the Mississippi,” this event attracts thousands of attendees every year. The public tastes and votes on over 100 different kinds of chili, as well as the booths with the best themes, costumes and overall originality.
Road Trips Foodies also will find children’s activities, music and food vendors.
Proceeds benefit Wabash County charities. To date, more than $260,000 has been raised by the chili cookoffs.
(You do know about the Wabash Cannonball, don’t you? If not, check Wikipedia!)