🍩 Café du Papa Is Rolling Into Madison! 🎉

Café du Papa is bringing its delicious donuts and beignets to Madison’s 20th Annual Downtown Chili Cook-Off & CASI GA State Championship Open Cook-Off! Join us for a full day of chili, live music, local shopping, and small-town charm at Town Park.

The festivities kick off at 10:00 a.m. with live music, food vendors, and the Marketplace on the Great Lawn, featuring locally grown and produced foods, seasonal plants, handcrafted goods, and creations from regional artists. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore downtown Madison, support local vendors, and enjoy a fun fall day with family and friends.

🌶️ Love chili? Sample competing recipes starting at 12:30 p.m. and cast your vote in the People’s Choice competition! Sampling wristbands are $5 and include a spoon and ballot. Pick yours up starting at noon at the designated festival gates. Chili sampling runs until 2:30 p.m. or while supplies last.

🍩 Need something sweet? Stop by Café du Papa for delicious donuts and beignets—the perfect treat to enjoy while taking in all the festival fun! Grab a sweet bite, stroll the marketplace, enjoy the live entertainment, and make a day of it.

🏆 The celebration wraps up with the chili awards at approximately 3:30 p.m., recognizing the talented cooks and People’s Choice favorites.

Bring your appetite for something savory and something sweet, gather your friends, and enjoy one of Madison’s favorite fall traditions!

We’ll see you there for chili, community, and a little sweetness from Café du Papa! ❤️🍩