Who’s hungry? One of Connecticut’s most epic food festivals is coming to Norwalk, and it’s fun for the entire family. Sink your teeth into delicious cheesy dishes and scoop up some magnificent bowls of chili. No one is going to cut you off here! Eat unlimited bowls of goodness at the Great Mac and Chili Challenge.

This year's event takes place on January 26th at The SoNo Collection in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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The fun lasts from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Come hungry! For only $20, you can enjoy unlimited samples of the state's most scrumptious chili and mac and cheese. Children between the ages of 6 and 12 can enter for only $5.
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Dozens of beloved local eateries have entered this culinary competition, but only a few will win.
Great Mac and Chili Challenge
Devour delicious dishes from your favorite Connecticut eateries. This year's competition features chili from Bobby Q's, Dunville's Restaurant and Bar, and Hub and Smoke American Tapas. In the "Creative Chili" category, Burger Bar and Bistro, Planet Pizza, and Simply Delicious hope to bring home the prize.

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Who will win? Well, that decision is up to you.
Great Mac and Chili Challenge
That's right! At the Great Mac and Chili Challenge, you are the judge. Put your taste buds to the test and vote for your favorites in each category.
And this year, the Mac and Chili Challenge is pleased to offer visitors a delicious variety of beers from New Belgium Brewing.
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Nothing goes better with chili than beer, so the event's organizers made sure to add that to this year's lineup. Adults over the age of 21 can purchase cans of New Belgium's refreshing Fat Tire Amber, Belgium While Ale, and Voodoo Ranger IPA for only $5 a can.
All proceeds go to a worthy cause.
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It's not just about stuffing your face full of mouthwatering dishes. The Great Mac and Chili Challenge benefits Food Rescue US, an organization that's dedicated to ending hunger in America.
You won't want to miss this exciting event.
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The Great Mac and Chili Challenge takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on January 26 and the SoNo Collection in Norwalk, Connecticut. To purchase tickets, visit The Great Mac and Chili Challenge's website here.

Have you ever attended the Great Mac and Chili Challenge? What’s your favorite food festival in Connecticut?

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The SoNo Collection, 100 N Water St, Norwalk, CT 06854, USA