Buffalo Gap’s 43rd Annual Chili Super Bowl: A weekend of flavor & giving

BUFFALO GAP, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – The Old Settlers Grounds came alive this weekend as the 43rd Annual Chili Super Bowl and Brisket Cook-Off offered two days of exceptional competition, live entertainment, and a strong sense of community in Buffalo Gap.

The event featured cook-offs for chili, chicken, and ribs on Saturday, August 30, followed by brisket, beans, and desserts on Sunday, August 31.

Adding to the spectacle this year was the presence of the World’s Largest Chili Pot — a massive symbol of the event’s rich tradition and larger-than-life flavor. The giant pot drew plenty of attention and served as a fitting centerpiece for the weekend’s festivities.

Beyond the food and fun, the Chili Super Bowl supports the Ben Richey Boys Ranch, a nonprofit dedicated to helping young men and families facing challenges. Adam Wester, a Director on the Chili Super Bowl Board, highlighted the event’s impact, saying it’s rewarding to know that the cook-off helps provide structure and life skills to those in need, preparing them to succeed in the wider world.

Steven Norman, who attends the Chili Super Bowl every year and served as a judge this year, said he always enjoys being part of the event. “I’m pretty excited,” Norman said. “It’s not just for the food — they have a live auction going on later, they have raffles, they give away a lot of this stuff, and it’s all about helping out the community.”