The Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association will host the Beans & Bumpers Chili Cook-Off and Car Show on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Varina Parking Lot, 801 Durham Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC.
Attendees can taste chili from chefs and local cooks, view classic, custom, and vintage vehicles, and enjoy food trucks, live entertainment, and craft vendors. Judging and tasting tickets are required to sample chili and vote for the Chili Champion. Admission is free, with online tasting tickets available for $20 and $25 at the event, while supplies last. The event is not pet-friendly and will be held rain or shine. Handicap parking is available on site.