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Thornden Park Chili Bowl Festival
Hosted by: Thornden Park Association
The Thornden Park Association invites the Syracuse community to join them for the 28th Annual Chili Bowl Festival on Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. From 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM, the Thornden Park Field House will be transformed into a cozy haven offering a variety of mouthwatering chili options, family-friendly activities, live music, and more.
All proceeds go to the maintenance and restoration of historic Thornden Park and to programming for people of all ages throughout the year.
Date & Time: Sunday, March 2nd, 2025 from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
- Location:Thornden Park Field House, located next to the football field
- Kid & Family Friendly:Enjoy kid-friendly activities and music by the Allen Fellows Project
- Raffle:Win local eats, arts, and culture prizes
- Food Options: Vegan and meat chili options, platters, and kids’ meals. Prices range from $4 to $15. 32-ounce quarts of chili available for take-away for $20.