Who We Are
Held annually during the weekend after Labor Day in Edgerton, Wisconsin, Chilimania is home to the Wisconsin State Championship CASI-Sanctioned Chili Cook-Off, a Traditional Chili Cooking Contest, and a Salsa Contest. The weekend-long event also features live music on Friday night and all-day Saturday, a Best Bloody Mary contest, and more!
You’re invited to taste some of these delicious concoctions and help choose the People’s Choice! Arrive in time for the Public Chili Tasting at 3 PM Saturday, grab a cup, spoon, and ballot, and get tasting!
Chilimania is 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to promote the Edgerton business community, social responsibility, and to raise funds to support the education of our youth. We’ve raised more than $200,000 since 1990!
Headliners
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Country Edge Headliner Coming Soon!
Country Edge Main Stage
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Chilimania Headliner Coming Soon!
105.9 THE HOG Main Stage
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Admission Prices & Tickets
All proceeds benefit the Chilimania Scholarship Fund and other community-based projects and organizations. Scroll below for admissions information and tickets.
Note: Country Edge and Chilimania are separate events and require separate admission tickets.
COUNTRY EDGE
General Admission
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Children 10 & Under
Free with Adult
Applies to general admission only!
Dedicated VIP Area
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Tickets will be available at the gate.
Pre-sale tickets coming soon.
*Processing fees may apply
CHILIMANIA
General Admission
TBA
Children 10 & Under
Free with Adult
Applies to general admission only!
Dedicated VIP Area
TBA
Tickets will be available at the gate.
Pre-sale tickets coming soon.
*Processing fees may apply
Chili Cook-Off & Salsa Contest
HELP CHOOSE THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE CHILI!
It wouldn’t be Chilimania without delicious, aromatic chili! You don’t have to be a pro to enter — all you need is a passion for great chili. Be sure to arrive in time for the public tasting at 3PM Saturday. Sample as many chilis as you’d like and vote for your favorite to win People’s Choice!
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Location, Directions & More
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW!
Chilimania and related activities take place in downtown Edgerton. The festival is held on North Henry Street, with the main gate located at the intersection of West Rollin Street and North Henry Street. Separate admission is required for Country Edge (Friday night) and Chilimania (all day Saturday).
Chilimania News
Music
Lauren Alaina Headlining Country Edge 2025
For our 2025 Country Edge headliner, we are thrilled to announce Lauren Alaina! Alaina is a country music singer and songwriter who gained fame as a finalist on the tenth season of American Idol. She has released several successful albums and singles, earning multiple awards and nominations in the country music industry.
Music
Announcing Chilimania's 2025 Headliner: Son of a Gun
We are excited to announce that Son of a Gun will be headlining Chilimania 2025! They are known for being the best Guns N’ Roses tribute band on planet earth and are fronted by Ari Kamin, lead singer of Steven Adler of Guns N’ Roses. This five piece Rock N’ Roll band based in Los Angeles is able to bring a stadium show to any kind of venue.
