Malibu, CA -- Presale tickets are available for the 40th Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off which will take place over Labor Day weekend . The Boys & Girls Club of Malibu (BGCM) is the beneficiary of the legendary four-day event within the tight-knit community. All proceeds from the Chili Cook-Off will benefit BGCM and its many youth and community services, including the BGCM Wellness Center which offers mental health counseling and social support services addressing drug prevention, teen suicide and more.

The Malibu Chili Cook-Off will include engaging experiences and surprises to make it a weekend full of fantastic food, drink, carnival rides, amusement and fun for friends and the whole family. This year also will mark four consecutive years of reaching zero waste through the on-site sustainability program at the fair. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own water bottles and use the refillable water stations.

In addition to favorite local restaurants, businesses and artisans, various music, DJs, performances, arts and crafts, and community support opportunities will be present throughout the weekend. Attendees are encouraged to visit the BGCM tent highlighting family-friendly activities.?

“We are so grateful for our partners and the support they provide for this event, as well as the year-long programs for youth and the community at the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu and the Club’s Wellness Center,” said Kasey Earnest, executive director of the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu. “The Club wants to thank all the local businesses and supporters of the Chili Cook-Off, including some of our long-standing vendors and sponsors like Barefoot Dreams, Alphapals, Malibu Village, Bright Event Rentals, Aviator Nation and Rosenthal Wine Bar & Patio.”

The famous Chili Cook-Off competition will feature contestants vying for best in show in meat and vegan categories, as well as the return of signature Chili Cook-Off merchandise designed by Aviator Nation. The Chili Competition winners will be announced on Saturday, September 3. Be sure to participate in voting for your “fan favorite” on Friday, September 2 (on-site only).

The Barefoot Dreams Lounge will provide a cozy-chic oasis for adults, offering delicious beer and local wine varieties. There will also be plenty of activities for kids to enjoy at the Chili Cook-Off, including the 3rd Annual Johnny Strange Legacy Skate Competition, which will take place on Sunday, September 4. Open skate will also be available on the Malibu Village Skateboard Mini Ramp throughout the weekend.?

Date and Time:
Friday, September 2, 4:00pm-10:00pm
Saturday, September 3, 1:00pm -10:00pm
Sunday, September 4, 1:00pm –10:00pm
Monday, September 5, 1:00pm-8:00pm

Location: 23575 Civic Center Way Malibu CA

For information about participating as a vendor or sponsor, please contact [email protected]

For information about volunteer opportunities please email [email protected]

For security and private handling please call in advance at 424-234-6248.?

Event admission tickets are required for event entry and will not be sold on site. Purchase presale event admission tickets at www.malibuchilicookoff.org. Please note that carnival ride passes and tickets are sold separately at www.helmandsons.com/events/324.

Any donation over $100 made to BGCM through the Malibu Chili Cook-Off ticket page will be automatically entered into a raffle to win two single day unlimited carnival wristbands. Be sure to follow Malibu Chili Cook-Off on social media where the winner will be announced on Friday, September 2.

Visit www.MalibuChiliCookOff.org for more event information and frequently asked questions.

About Boys & Girls Club of Malibu

The Boys & Girls Club of Malibu (BGCM) provides a safe place, caring adult mentors, fun, friendship, and high-impact youth development programs daily during critical non-school hours. Priority programs emphasize academic success, good character and citizenship, healthy lifestyles, and social and emotional wellness. The Club’s Wellness Center was established in 2017, through a collective concern for a lack of accessible and affordable services available in our community. Through creative partnerships and collaborative relationships, the Club aims to make social and emotional wellness available to all, at no cost and with no barriers to access. The BGCM was founded in 1999 by the founding board of the Malibu Foundation for Youth and Families and is a 501(c)3: 95-4774844. The BGCM relies on generous donations from the community to keep its doors open and make a lasting impact on the lives of youth.