🔥 Warm Up This Winter at the 2026 Meier’s Creek Chili Fest 🌶️🍻

When the weather is chilly and the days are short, there’s nothing quite like a fiery bowl of chili and a cold craft beer to make everything feel right again. Luckily, Meier’s Creek Brewing Company is bringing all that cozy comfort — plus a whole lot more — to Cazenovia this January with their Chili Fest and the can’t-miss Chili Fest: Grand Finale.

Located at the scenic Caz Farm Brewery, Meier’s Creek has brewed up a week-long celebration that’s all about hearty eats, good vibes, and community spirit.

🌶️ Chili Fest: January 21–25 — Five Days of Flavor

From Wednesday, January 21 through Sunday, January 25, Meier’s Creek is turning up the heat with Chili Fest — a week devoted to all things chili. Whether you like it mild and classic or bold and extra spicy, there’s something simmering on the menu for every palate.

Each day brings a fresh twist:

• All Week: Cup or bowl of chili and Chili Cheese Fries

• Wednesday: Chili Cheese Poutine

• Thursday: Chili Dogs

• Friday: Chili Nacho Platter

• Saturday: Chili Mac

• Sunday: Chili Sloppy Joe

Pair these sizzling specials with your favorite Meier’s Creek brews — the deep malts, crisp lagers, and hop-forward favorites all make fantastic partners for rich chili flavors.

But that’s not all — Chili Fest proudly supports the local Cazenovia Children’s House’s Chilly Chili 5k, celebrating community and good causes while you eat, drink, and enjoy.

🎉 Chili Fest: Grand Finale — Sunday, January 25

The perfect cap to a delicious week comes on Sunday, January 25 from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, as Meier’s Creek rolls out the official Chili Fest Grand Finale. This isn’t just another Sunday afternoon — it’s a full day of winter fun wrapped in chili goodness!

Here’s how the celebration is going down:

🏃 Chilly Chili 5K Race – Lace up and warm up with the local 5K that kicks things off, blending fitness and festivity before you chow down.

❄️ Snowshoe Sunday (12pm) – For those who want to explore outside, join Snowshoe Sunday with the Caz Preservation Foundation at noon — a unique way to embrace the beautiful winter grounds.

🎶 Live Music (12–3 PM) – Sydney Irving brings great tunes to the taproom, pairing perfectly with your chili and beer.

🌶️ Chili & Specials All Day – Cup or bowl of chili, Chili Cheese Fries, and Chili Sloppy Joe keep the flavors flowing as you soak up the community vibe.

Whether you’re running the race, snowshoeing through winter landscapes, catching live music, or simply enjoying a bowl of something spicy, the Grand Finale brings the whole fest full circle — warm hearts, happy bellies, and unforgettable memories.