Events

Name: Chili Cook-Off
Start: 2024-09-21T19:00+00:00
End: 2024-09-21T23:00+00:00
Location: Dunphy Park

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About Special Events in Sausalito

The City of Sausalito has a vibrant history of special events going back over 40 years. Our events include:

(Dates below are tentative)

Sausalito Souper Bowl - February 10, 2024
Easter Parade and Egg Hunt - March 30, 2024
Spring City Wide Yard Sale - April 13, 2024- The City will no longer hold a Fall Yard Sale.
Sausalito Farmers' Market - summer Sundays, starting June 2, 2024
Jazz and Blues by the Bay - Fridays, June 7- August, Sept. 6 & 13, 2024
4th of July Festivities - July 4, 2024
Chili Cook-Off - September 21, 2024
A Toast to Sausalito Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival - October 19, 2024 (Rain date:October 20)
Halloween Sausalito - October 31, 2024
Breakfast with Santa - December 7, 2024

Please contact the Parks and Recreation Department with any comments or questions: recreation@sausalito.gov or (415) 289-4152.

Parks and Recreation Calendar and FAQ

Chili Cook-Off

Date: 09/21/2024 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 09/21/2024 12:00 PM 09/21/2024 4:00 PM
Location: Dunphy Park
Bridgeway at Napa Street
Sausalito, California 94965

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For more info, visit Sausalito.gov/chili

Saturday September 21, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Dunphy Park
Live music by Tracorum
Unlimited Tasting wristbands $25 pre-sale, $30 day of event. Buy your tasting wristband here!
- Wristbands can be picked up day-of at our wristband booth at 11:30am.
- Wristbands will be for sale at the event.
Hot Pepper Eating Contest
- Starts at 1pm
- Contestants will eat peppers of gradually increasing spiciness, according to the Scoville Scale. Those who successfully swallow the entire pepper move on to the next round, those who fail are eliminated. The final contestants will compete to eat the spiciest pepper in the shortest time.
- Register here to participate.
- Maximum of 10 participants.
Rec'ers will be selling beer, wine, and margaritas
Kona Ice will be selling sno cones
Parks and Recreation will be selling drinks and sodas
Water bottle filling station will be available
Tasting starts at 12:00 p.m. sharp (you can buy a wristband starting at 11:30am)
Dogs are encouraged to stay home. If you must bring them, on leash only!
Theme: Out of This World

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Expand/Contract Questions and Answers

4th of July: How can I be in the 4th of July parade?
- Community members and organizations are welcome to join the 4th of July parade
- To sign up to join the parade, fill out a parade entry form
- More information will be sent to parade participants around parade time
4th of July: Who pays for the 4th of July fireworks?
- The 4th of July fireworks show is wholly paid for by donations from the community, its organizations, business, and individual donors. You can donate by sending a check to: City of Sausalito Fireworks, 420 Litho Street, Sausalito, CA 94965
Can I bring my dog to any of the City events?
- Yes, you can bring your dog to any of the events that take place outdoors in City parks
- Be aware that some of the events (Jazz and Blues by the Bay, 4th of July Picnic and Fireworks show to name a few) are crowded and feature loud music
Can I volunteer or get community service hours with the Parks and Recreation Department?
The Parks and Recreation Department does have a limited number of hours available for volunteers or community service at some of our events. Regular volunteering hours are not available. If you are interested in helping out, please contact us at recreation@sausalito.gov.
Chili Cook Off: I would like to be a chef at the Chili Cook Off, what do I need to do?
- It's easy to sign up to be a chef at the Chili Cook-Off; just fill out the form on the event's page.
City Wide Yard Sale: I want to sell stuff at the City Wide Yard Sale, what do I need to do?
- City Wide Yard Sale booths are available for both residents and non-residents to rent
- There are no craft vendors allowed, nor are sellers of new items
- Only garage sale items are allowed, and the City reserves the right to refuse anyone who is selling any item if feels is not appropriate for this event
- Booths are available for rent a month before the event, and normally sell out.
- Booths rental rates range from $15 to $36.
- Learn more about the City Wide Yard Sale
I have a band and want to play at a Sausalito Event, what do I do?
- The events we need bands for are: Jazz and Blues by the Bay, the Fourth of July Picnic and Fireworks show, the Chili Cook Off, and Toast to Sausalito
- If you want to submit your band for consideration for one of these events, please send your press kit (including links to videos/music and social media) to us at recreation@sausalito.gov.
- Bands for Jazz and Blues by the Bay will start being evaluated in January and will be chosen in March. Bands for our other events will be booked at least 2 months prior to the event. Only those bands chosen will get a response due to the high volume of requests/submissions.
Jazz and Blues: How do I get a table for the season?
- Season tables are available to sponsors starting in January
- Resident and non-resident season tables are available starting in mid-February
- Tables can be reserved by calling (415) 289-4152
- Table sponsorships range from $700 - $3,500
- Resident season tables cost $550, and non-resident are $650
- The most up-to-date information will always be available on jazzandbluesbythebay.com
Jazz and Blues: I only want a table for one night, can I do that?
- Yes, there are a limited number of nightly tables available for each Jazz and Blues by the Bay concert
- Nightly tables go on sale in March and sell out quickly
- Book early by calling (415) 289-4152
- The cost is $50 for residents, and $60 for non-residents
Jazz and Blues: Is there food sold at Jazz and Blues, or can I bring food?
- Yes, and yes
- Food and beverages are sold at Jazz and Blues; each night is sponsored by a local non-profit that sells the food as a fundraiser
- Also, you can bring a picnic of your own
- There are no restrictions as to food or beverages can be brought to Jazz and Blues
Jazz and Blues: Who is playing this Friday at Jazz and Blues by the Bay?
- The most up-to-date lineup is available on the Jazz and Blues by the Bay website

About Special Events in Sausalito

Parks and Recreation Calendar and FAQ

Chili Cook-Off

For more info, visit Sausalito.gov/chili

4th of July: How can I be in the 4th of July parade?

4th of July: Who pays for the 4th of July fireworks?

Can I bring my dog to any of the City events?

Can I volunteer or get community service hours with the Parks and Recreation Department?

Chili Cook Off: I would like to be a chef at the Chili Cook Off, what do I need to do?

City Wide Yard Sale: I want to sell stuff at the City Wide Yard Sale, what do I need to do?

I have a band and want to play at a Sausalito Event, what do I do?

Jazz and Blues: How do I get a table for the season?

Jazz and Blues: I only want a table for one night, can I do that?

Jazz and Blues: Is there food sold at Jazz and Blues, or can I bring food?

Jazz and Blues: Who is playing this Friday at Jazz and Blues by the Bay?