2026 CHILI COOK OFF AND ANYTHING PUMPKIN COMPETITION

Friday, October 16, 2026 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM) (EDT)

Description

Punkin Chunkin weekend kicks off on Friday evening with the “Anything Pumpkin” and Chili Cook-off competition on the Historic Hayesville Square. 

Tickets will be sold on a first-come first-serve basis at the event. Only 250 tickets are available.  Price is $6.

Please come and enjoy the music and dine out at our many restaurants located on the historic downtown square.

Entry forms available at the Chamber and online

2026 Punkin Chunkin T-Shirts, Hats, water and soda available for purchase.


Entry form click here





Historic Hayesville Square
25 Herbert Street
Hayesville, NC 28904
Event Contact
Clay County Chamber of Commerce
(828) 389-3704
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Friday, October 16, 2026 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM) (EDT)
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