Get ready for a night of bold flavors, live music, and serious bragging rights at NACE Austin Presents - Texas Heat: The Great Chili Throwdown on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at County Line on the Lake. This inaugural chili cookoff brings together restaurant teams, hospitality professionals, backyard cooks, family recipe keepers, and first-time contenders, all serving up their best chili for a hungry crowd. Guests can taste their way through the competition, vote for their favorites, enjoy live music, grab a drink from the bar, check out giveaways and activations from local hospitality partners, and spend the evening lakeside with friends, family, and fellow food lovers. Whether you come to cheer on a favorite team, discover your new favorite chili, or simply enjoy a fun fall evening at one of Austin’s most iconic lakeside spots, Texas Heat is built to be a celebration of food, community, and Austin hospitality. Guest arrival begins at 4:30 PM. Event runs from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
