SONO Fest and Chili Cook-Off

Note: This runs the first Sunday in December each year. The date below is our best estimate until organizers officially announce it.

The Annual SONO Fest & Chili Cook-Off is on Sunday, December 6th, 2026, from 11am to 5pm, in North Park at the intersection of 32nd & Thorn St.

Enjoy a day of fun with family and friends. Admission is free but chili tastings require paid passes.

Tickets & More information at http://sonofestchilicookoff.com/

Vendor Applications: https://www.sonofestchilicookoff.com/vendors/

SoNo Fest and Chili Cook-off is presented by the McKinley Elementary PTC and the San Diego Ceramic Connection (SDCC) and made possible by many fine sponsors and volunteers.