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Chili Cookoff and Springs Celebration

  • When: Saturday, April 13, 2024, 11:00 am -  3:00 pm
  • Location: O'Leno State Park and River Rise Preserve 410 SE O'Leno Park Rd High Springs, FL 32643
  • Cost: Park entrance fee is $5 per vehicle (up to 8 people).

Come on out and enjoy live music from The Weeds of Eden, art and craft vendors, exhibits and a guided walk along the River Trail! Get tickets for chance drawings for items generously donated by local businesses.

And with a $7 donation for a Chili Tasting Kit you can check out the chili recipes from the Chili Cookoff starting at 12:30 pm, and vote for "The People’s Choice" winner! All proceeds from this event will benefit O'Leno & River Rise Preserve State Parks!

If you would like to compete in the O'Leno Ole Chili Cookoff earlier in the day, registration opens at 8 am. Visit the website for a registration form and more information about competing.

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