Huntington ChiliFest raises funds for Ronald McDonald House

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 06:08 · Archive

Huntington's annual ChiliFest drew crowds to downtown on Saturday to support Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Huntington's annual ChiliFest took place on Saturday at Pullman Square, bringing together chili competitors, food vendors and community members. The event, a tradition since 1984 and sanctioned by the International Chili Society, features the West Virginia State Chili Championship across several categories including traditional red chili, chili verde and homestyle chili.

Attendees purchased tickets and sampled offerings from dozens of booths lining the streets, with live music playing throughout the day. Participants ranged from local businesses and organisations to individual cooks, each bringing their own recipes and flavours. Last year the festival raised $98,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Huntington.

Vendors and organisers emphasised the event's dual benefit to the community. Jessica Lawson with Old Colony Realtors, speaking to WSAZ, said she has participated for about seven years following her nephew's death from cancer at age five, during which the family used Ronald McDonald Houses in different states. Local vendor Stephanie Fields noted the festival draws people downtown and supports surrounding businesses on Pullman Square, Heritage and Fourth Avenue.

How it is being reported

• Chili, music and community: Chili fest packs Pullman Square in support of Ronald McDonald HouseLast year, Chili fest raised $98,000 to support the Ronald McDonald House, which helps families with children receiving medical care stay close during treatment.WSAZ · 18 Oct, 05:43
• Huntington ChiliFest brings crowds downtown, raises money for Ronald McDonald HouseHUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WOWK) - Chili cooks, vendors and visitors filled downtown Huntington on Saturday for the annual ChiliFest. While fundraising for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Huntington, the event features the West Virginia State Chili Championship, with cooks competing in several categories, including traditional red chili, chili verde and homestyle chili. ChiliFest has been a [...]Wowktv · 18 Oct, 00:56

In this story: Huntington · West Virginia · Ronald McDonald House Charities of Huntington · International Chili Society · Pullman Square

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