FREE ADMISSION all 3 days! October 11th - 12th, 2024 in Waterbury CT!
FREE ADMISSION! World Famous Chili! 8 Bands, Brews & Cornhole!
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We will have an exclusive VIP area that is only accessible with a VIP Pass. This area is directly across from the main stage and consist of table and chair seating with your own private bar service. You will have full access to the VIP Patio and VIP Tent! Enjoy our event at an elevated comfort with a VIP Pass!
Wus goin on at the Chili & Brew Fest
Chili, Beer & Live Music and a whole lot more!
October is about Local Craft Brews, Wineries, Homemade Chili, Live Music, Corn Hole Tournaments, and hunting for cool items at our outdoor Merchandise Market! But wait there's more!!! We are also hosting 2 major competitions for Things to do in the state Of Connecticut in October 2024!
The first big event is the Nutmeg-n-Hops CT Stein Holding Competitions! This contest will have contestants holding a full stein of beer straight out in front of them. Last person holding their stein up will win! Sign ups on the day of the event so get there early! Check band schedule for times.
The second big event is the CT Chili & Brew Fest Cornhole Tournaments happening daily! 4 Tournaments over 3 days! We will also have an area dedicated to free play as well!
SORRY BUT NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS ALLOWED - SECURITY WILL BE CHECKING BAGS AT GATE
4 Cornhole Tournaments are up for grabs!
CT Corn Hole is where its at and we have 4 Corn Hole Tournaments happening October 11, 12 & 13, 2024! Its happening every day at the CT Chili and Brew Fest on Freight Street in Waterbury, CT!
Social Tournament is paying out 70% of the registration fees into 3 top prizes
Advanced Tournament is a GUARANTEED payout of $1500
1st place is $1000.00 / 2nd place is $300.00 / 3rd place is $200.00
($1500 or 70% of the field - which ever is greater)
Below are the Scoreholio links for registration
Friday October 11th is our first tournament: Social $60 a team at 6PM
Saturday October 12th 2nd tournament: Advanced $100 a team at 1:30PM
Saturday October 12th 3rd tournament: Social $60 a team 5:30PM
Sunday October 13th is our fourth tournament: Social $60 a team at 1:30PM
SORRY BUT NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS ALLOWED - SECURITY WILL BE CHECKING BAGS AT GATE
Can you beat the record and walk away our Grand Champion?
What is Stein Holding? Well in Germany the glass you drink beer out of is called a beer stein and they are made of glass and weight about 5 pounds! Imagine holding this out in front of you with a straight arm for as long as you can? Well thats exactly what's happening at this fun event happening on the main stage both Saturday and Sunday at CT Chili and Brew Fest! You can find the main stage schedule here!
CT Brews and CT Wine is the headliners of this event!
October has been associated with Oktoberfest for many years so we will also have a few Oktoberfest beers on tap this weekend! In addition, we have selected some of the most popular CT brews from across the state. We will also have all of your favorite hard Seltzers, Ciders and Domestic beers too!
There will also be a VIP Tent available for a small donation of $20 per person! This upgrade gets you table seating directly across from the MainStage with your own private beertenders! We have limited seating so be sure to grab your VIP tickets early by purchasing them here
SORRY BUT NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS ALLOWED - SECURITY WILL BE CHECKING BAGS AT GATE
CT Brews and CT Wine is the headliners of this event!
WE have both FREE Parking and VIP Parking available. The VIP Parking is only a $10 donation payable by credit card only at the lot.
VIP Parking located at
245 Freight St, Waterbury, CT 06702
or we offer
Free parking at
111 Thomaston Ave (3/10 of a mile walk)
Overflow parking at 2-48 Cottage Pl, Waterbury, CT 06702
SORRY BUT NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS ALLOWED - SECURITY WILL BE CHECKING BAGS AT GATE
Discover Chili Brew Fest
Proceeds to benefit PAL organization.
Proceeds to benefit PAL organization.
Proceeds to benefit PAL organization.
Proceeds from this CT Chili & Beer Festival event will help fund some of the many programs offers by the Waterbury Police Activity League.
The Waterbury Police Activity League (PAL) is a not-for-profit organization that promotes partnerships between youth, law enforcement and the community through a variety of educational, athletic and rec
Proceeds from this CT Chili & Beer Festival event will help fund some of the many programs offers by the Waterbury Police Activity League.
The Waterbury Police Activity League (PAL) is a not-for-profit organization that promotes partnerships between youth, law enforcement and the community through a variety of educational, athletic and recreational programs. One of them is the culinary arts program run by some of the most amazing chefs in CT and they will be the ones making the world famous chili bowls for this music festival, beer festival and chili festival all wrapped up in one giant street festival in Waterbury, CT on October 11th thru the 13th of 2024!
The Chili!
Proceeds to benefit PAL organization.
Proceeds to benefit PAL organization.
Chili Brew Fest is the place to try all things Chili and enjoy our world famous homemade chili!
Chef Ralph has a 4 Chili flight that will knock your socks off!
Every food vendor will have at least one CHILI based food offering such as Chili Fries, Chili Dough, Chili Mac, Chili dogs and of course we will be featuring the star of our show,
Chili Brew Fest is the place to try all things Chili and enjoy our world famous homemade chili!
Chef Ralph has a 4 Chili flight that will knock your socks off!
Every food vendor will have at least one CHILI based food offering such as Chili Fries, Chili Dough, Chili Mac, Chili dogs and of course we will be featuring the star of our show, a straight up Chili Bread Bowl! From mild to wild, we have all the heat for you to eat! Dont forget that this is also a beer festival and a music festival so grab a craft CT beer to enjoy with that bowl of chili
Ct Breweries!
Proceeds to benefit PAL organization.
The Zoo Band! SUNDAY
We are featuring many local craft CT Breweries that are offering all types of brews!
Pilsner beer, Belgian beer, IPA beer, Porter beer, Stout beer, Fruit beer, Sour beer, Doppelbock beer, Hard Cider & non alcohol beverages too!
Come relax with your favorite beer and your Chili of choice! This beer festival is sure to be a hit!
The Zoo Band! SUNDAY
Looks That Kill..... Motley Crue Tribute Band!
The Zoo Band! SUNDAY
The Zoo is one of the best party bands in the North East! You won't be able to stand still so be ready to dance! Zoo is performing at our music festival on the main stage Sunday October 13th around 3PM.
Aerosmith..The Tribute! Sweet Emotion!
Looks That Kill..... Motley Crue Tribute Band!
Looks That Kill..... Motley Crue Tribute Band!
WELCOME TO THE AUTHENTIC PERFORMANCE
AS EXCELLENCE & PRECISION EXEMPLIFY AN HONORABLE TRIBUTE
Saturday 3:30PM Start
Boasting some of New York City’s top professional rock musicians, Sweet Emotion delivers the highest level of integrity and technical prowess to bring you all the hits from the band that you’ve come to love, while honoring Aerosmith and its audience, with a show second to none.
Looks That Kill..... Motley Crue Tribute Band!
Looks That Kill..... Motley Crue Tribute Band!
Looks That Kill..... Motley Crue Tribute Band!
Americas most Authentic Motley Crue Tribute Experience
Saturday 7PM Start
LOOKS THAT KILL COMES TO YOU WITH OVER 20 YEARS' EXPERIENCE IN PROFESSIONAL MUSIC PERFORMANCE.
TAKE A RIDE BACK IN TIME TO WITNESS THE ASTOUNDING MUSIC OF MOTLEY CRUE AS PERFORMED BY LOOKS THAT KILL. IN ORIGINAL COSTUME, SOUND AND ATTITUDE KICKING ASS LIKE IT'S 1985.
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Americas most Authentic Motley Crue Tribute Experience
Saturday 7PM Start
LOOKS THAT KILL COMES TO YOU WITH OVER 20 YEARS' EXPERIENCE IN PROFESSIONAL MUSIC PERFORMANCE.
TAKE A RIDE BACK IN TIME TO WITNESS THE ASTOUNDING MUSIC OF MOTLEY CRUE AS PERFORMED BY LOOKS THAT KILL. IN ORIGINAL COSTUME, SOUND AND ATTITUDE KICKING ASS LIKE IT'S 1985.
ALL THE HITS FROM 1981 TO 2000 ARE ON DISPLAY AT A LOOKS THAT KILL SHOW!
Recording artists - Midnight Anthem! Live on the main stage!
Recording artists - Midnight Anthem! Live on the main stage!
Recording artists - Midnight Anthem! Live on the main stage!
"The Midnight Anthem is one of the best young acts on the scene today.
Their harmonies, songwriting, musicianship and professionalism are delightful and refreshing.
These girls have got it and are headed for greatness!"
Ramblin' Dan Stevens...2021
Touring Blues Musician and President of MusicNow Foundation/Nightingales Cafe
Check out the Main Stage calendar
Friday Night - Warm up with Island Music!
Recording artists - Midnight Anthem! Live on the main stage!
Recording artists - Midnight Anthem! Live on the main stage!
Tambulaytay is a mix of island musicians that will make you feel like you are back on your tropical vacation! Haven't had a tropical vacation? Well, come down Friday Night and you will feel like you are there!
Friday night 6:00 Start time at the Connecticut Chili and Brew Festival! Its going to be a reggae night festival within itself!
Check out the Main Stage calendar
Patrone Brothers
Recording artists - Midnight Anthem! Live on the main stage!
Patrone Brothers
The Patrone Brothers are all things Rock and Roll plus more! Presenting an energetic musical experience which is captivating, edgy, spontaneous and enjoyable for all audiences. Playing a wide variety of music, from the ’00’s back to the ’60’s, with some extra focus on music of the ’90’s and a steady stream of toe-tapping, dance-able favo
The Patrone Brothers are all things Rock and Roll plus more! Presenting an energetic musical experience which is captivating, edgy, spontaneous and enjoyable for all audiences. Playing a wide variety of music, from the ’00’s back to the ’60’s, with some extra focus on music of the ’90’s and a steady stream of toe-tapping, dance-able favorites. Of course, sometimes people just want to ROCK!!They have got that covered as well with some great tunes other bands are afraid to play and a “secret menu” of hard-rockin’ “deep” or, less mainstream, tunes we love to play if the time is right and the crowd is ready
Check out the Main Stage calendar
Paul Munko
Live Street Comedy
Patrone Brothers
Paul Munko is an accomplished singer, songwriter and vocalist with a vocal talent you will love. Come check him out Sunday afternoon and evening as he takes the main stage with his undeniable musical talents! 2pm and 7PM on Sunday October 13th on the Main Stage!
Live Street Comedy
Live Street Comedy
Live Street Comedy
These guys are amazing and will have you in stitches...or maybe they will need the stitches. Sharp knives and staplers are just the beginning of the crazy stunts and stupid human tricks they will perform. Catch them daily on the MainStage around 6PMish
WitZend Band
Live Street Comedy
Live Street Comedy
A new and rising CT Band making a debut performance at this years CT Chili & Brew Festival!
Playing covers from Green Day, Radio Head, Papa Roach, Tom Petty, System Of A Down, Foghat, Alice In Chains, Food Fighters, Van Halen, Blink 182 and so much more!
Join us for Chili Brew Fest Festival!
Food trucks!
Frozen Sangria & Wine Slush
Sunset Meadows Winery
Not a fan of Chili? Thats OK because we got ya covered with a large selection of non chili items! BBQ, Burgers, Dogs, Chicken plus a brand new food vendor the Portuguese Pig Pork sandwich direct from Portugal!
Sunset Meadows Winery
Frozen Sangria & Wine Slush
Sunset Meadows Winery
Sunset Meadows Vineyard will be on hand with all of their amazing wines! Make sure you stop by their trailer and say hi! Maybe even grab a flight of wines!
If you are traveling on the CT Wine Trail October 11th, 12th or 13th of 2024 make sure to add us on your stop! Freight Street Waterbury will be a great place to be this weekend!
Frozen Sangria & Wine Slush
Frozen Sangria & Wine Slush
Frozen Sangria & Wine Slush
Our festival is not just about beer & chili! We love all types of refreshments like Frozen Wine Slush from our great friends at Mango Jacks!
Our wine slush comes in many amazing flavors like cherry, watermelon, lemonade, pineapple and more!
We also will have a non alcohol slush selection for the kids!
Corn Hole Tournaments!
Corn Hole Tournaments!
Frozen Sangria & Wine Slush
Professional and Amateur Corn Hole tournaments will be happening at the CT Chili and Brew Festival on all three days from open to close. We also will have boards open for free play! Sign up information will be linked up soon so keep checking back!
Stein Holding Contest!
Corn Hole Tournaments!
Stein Holding Contest!
Stein Holding Contest!
This will be open to anyone 21 and over!
Sign up in person at the event!
Saturday contest at 3PM and Sunday at 1:15PM
Shopping
Corn Hole Tournaments!
Stein Holding Contest!
Looking for something unique and cool? Come check out some of the amazing local crafters and merchandisers of the area! Our Merch Market will feature some great vendors and unique items!
Registration Forms for Cornhole & Merch Vendors
Craft and / or commercial vendors application below
Cornhole Tournament applications below
any additional info required please call or text us at 203-592-3008
A huge heartfelt thanks to all our amazing sponsors that hel
Platinum Sponsor
Main Stage Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Main Stage Sponsor
Platinum Sponsor
Main Stage Sponsor
Main Stage Sponsor
Main Stage Sponsor
VIP Area Sponsor
Silver Sponsor -Attorney Carlos Santos - Personal Injury
Main Stage Sponsor
GOLD Sponsor -ProSource Pest Solutions, LLC
Silver Sponsor -Attorney Carlos Santos - Personal Injury
Silver Sponsor -Attorney Carlos Santos - Personal Injury
ProSource Pest Solutions is one of our GOLD Sponsors of this years event
Silver Sponsor -Attorney Carlos Santos - Personal Injury
Silver Sponsor -Attorney Carlos Santos - Personal Injury
Silver Sponsor -Attorney Carlos Santos - Personal Injury
Attorney Carlos Santos of Naugatuck is one of our Silver Sponsors of this years event
Silver Sponsor -ION Bank
Silver Sponsor -Thomaston Savings Bank
Silver Sponsor -Webster Bank
ION Bank is one of our Silver Sponsors of this years event
Silver Sponsor -Webster Bank
Silver Sponsor -Thomaston Savings Bank
Silver Sponsor -Webster Bank
Webster Bank is one of our Silver Sponsors of this years event
Silver Sponsor -Thomaston Savings Bank
Silver Sponsor -Thomaston Savings Bank
Silver Sponsor -Police Commissioner Selim, and Mrs. Linda Noujaim
Thomaston Savings Bank is one of our Silver Sponsors of this years event
Silver Sponsor -Police Commissioner Selim, and Mrs. Linda Noujaim
Silver Sponsor -Police Commissioner Selim, and Mrs. Linda Noujaim
Silver Sponsor -Police Commissioner Selim, and Mrs. Linda Noujaim
Police Commissioner Selim, and Mrs. Linda Noujaim Silver Sponsors of this years event
Cornhole Tournament Sponsor - International Building Supply
Silver Sponsor -Police Commissioner Selim, and Mrs. Linda Noujaim
Cornhole Tournament Sponsor - International Building Supply
