The Eighth Annual PAW Chili Challenge & Hub Cat Car Show is back January 23, 2027, at Lake Lillian in Belleview!
Join local rescues, animal lovers, and chili cooks for a day of friendly competition, great food, and fun. Sample delicious chili, cheer on participating rescues, and check out our third annual open car show featuring a variety of impressive rides competing for trophies.
With raffles, food trucks, vendors, and plenty of ways to support Marion County’s animal heroes, this is one event you won’t want to miss! Bring your family and friends, enjoy a day by the lake, and help us make a difference for animals in our community.
Spend the day enjoying great food, meeting animal lovers, checking out amazing vehicles, and supporting local rescues that work hard to help animals in need. We hope to see you there and look forward to another fun day supporting our community and its animals!
Want to Cook & Serve Your Own Chili at the PAW Challenge?
Interested in entering the PAW Chili Challenge? Choose from CASI sanctioned, Local Business, Open, or rescue-only Chili PAW divisions. Please review each division’s restrictions before participating. We recommend preparing two gallons of chili so all guests can sample your creation. CLICK BELOW to complete your registration. Interested in registering as an event vendor? CLICK HERE for the vendor registration form. Questions about the competition? Contact chilicookoff@shelteringhands.org. Contestants will receive additional preparation details and rules.