Please note our new email address: HavelockChiliCommittee@outlook.com
Our Mission Statement
The Havelock Chili Festival Committee, a small group of dedicated volunteers, pledges to continue honoring its legacy by producing memorable family-friendly community events that support local non-profit organizations through grants and scholarships. We were able to award over $20,000 each of the past 3 years for a total of over $63,000.
HISTORY OF THE HAVELOCK CHILI FESTIVAL
Havelock is a small town that is proud of its partnership with Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, the largest Marine Air Station in the world. In 1981, the Commanding General of MCAS Cherry Point suggested the creation of a festival that would provide his Marines, Sailors and their families with an opportunity to connect with the Havelock community. Based on his vision,
Havelock's Chili Cook-off concept was born. We will be celebrating out 44th Festival in 2026.
Past Havelock Chili Cook-offs have included competitors from all over the great state of North Carolina and visitors from Arkansas, Colorado, Missouri, New Jersey, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.
We are eager to once again offer an exciting opportunity for chili cooks and vendors across Eastern North Carolina and far and wide to participate in this annual fun event with something for everyone.