Post Office Box 801

Rough & Ready, California 95975

(530) 797-6729

Secession Days Chili Cook-off

On the final Sunday of June, Rough and Ready gathers to celebrate Secession Days (now combined with our annual Chili Cook-off).

The day begins with the Firefighter's Breakfast, sponsored by Behind the Scenes of the Rough and Ready Volunteer Fire Dept. Meanwhile, Chili Chefs from around the area begin cooking their special concoctions. Formerly a sanctioned event, the town decided in 2004 to "secede" from the International Chili Society and do it Rough and Ready Style, with Rough and Ready Rules! Guests can purchase $5 Tasting Kits at 11am and begin tasting at 1pm, voting for their favorite along with the Judges.

But, wait...there's more! Original Saga of Rough and Ready melodrama, Blacksmith demonstrations in the historic Fippin Blacksmith Shop, a variety of vendors and crafters, music, additional food options from the local Community Hall and Firefighter's Association, prize raffles, souvenir sales, water slide and bounce house for the kids..it's fun for the whole family!

Want to join us as a Chili Chef?  As a Vendor?  Or just as a fun-loving Visitor?  Click on the links!

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