03/07/2026
Let’s get this season kicked off the right way. With a 🔥 🧦 ‼️ these vendors have been prepping and revamping most of the winter.
Let’s GO!!
Bojangles Boutique
Buncombe Creek Marina
true t creations
Pink Pony Espresso & Donuts
🌶🔥 Chili Cook-Off Rules & Burning of the Socks Details 🔥🌶
Join us Saturday, March 14th for the Annual Burning of the Socks!
🔥 Here’s all the vendors who are ready for you at the Burning of the Socks! Come out, support them, shop local, and enjoy a great day at the marina!
Don’t forget to bring your socks to toss in the fire pit 🔥 and get ready for the Polar Plunge! 🥶🌊
🗓️ Event Schedule
• 7:00–10:30 AM – Vendor, band & chili cook-off setup
• 11:00 AM – Vendors open
• 11:00 AM – Live band starts
• 12:30 PM – Giveaways and Chili Cook off winners announced!
• 1:00 PM – Polar Plunge (No sign up needed!)
• 1:30 PM – Hot dog roast
• 1:30 PM – Band resumes
• 3:00 PM – Vendors & food trucks begin wrapping up
Think your chili has what it takes? Here’s everything you need to know before the big day:
🌶 Chili must be ready by 11:00 AM
You’re welcome to cook on-site or bring your chili prepared — just keep it warm and ready to serve!
🌶 Bring your own table and heat/cooking source
Please plan accordingly so you’re fully set up and ready to go.
🌶 Beans or no beans — both are welcome!
We don’t discriminate when it comes to good chili 😉
🌶 We will provide bowls and spoons
Please do not hand out your own serving items.
🌶 Judging ends at 12:00 PM
🏆 Awards Include:
• Fan Favorite
• 1st Place
• 2nd Place
• 3rd Place
• Hottest Chili
Bring the heat, bring the flavor, and bring your A-game! 🌶🔥
We can’t wait to see who takes home the bragging rights!