Calling All Families & Foodies!
Get ready for a spicy good time at this year’s Music City Hot Chicken Festival, presented by Piedmont Natural Gas! Join in on Thursday, July 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at East Park (700 Woodland St.) in East Nashville for a day full of flavor, fun, and festivities for the whole family.
Amateur Hot Chicken Contest – Parents, Think You’ve Got the Heat?
Think your hot chicken recipe could wow a panel of taste-testing pros? The Amateur Hot Chicken Contest is now accepting entries! If you’re 18 or older and have a knack for spice and sizzle, this is your time to shine. Bonus: Kids love cheering on their parents — especially when there’s a trophy involved!
Here’s What You’ll Get:
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A fryer, table, and electricity provided
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A chance to compete live at the festival in front of a crowd
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Judging based on creativity, authenticity, and your fiery flair
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Bragging rights and a trophy awarded on the big stage!
You Bring:
Your special spices, cooking utensils, and serving dishes
(And maybe a little dance move for the crowd? Just saying.)
To apply, visit hot-chicken.com/amateur
Spots are limited — so bring your best recipe and a persuasive pitch!
Festival Fun for Everyone
The Music City Hot Chicken Festival is free and perfect for all ages. Alongside the sizzling showdown, there’s live music, local food vendors, family-friendly entertainment, and good vibes all day long. Plus, all proceeds benefit Nashville’s public parks — so it’s fun and for a good cause.
Follow the fun online:
Instagram: @OfficialHotChicken
Facebook: Music City Hot Chicken Festival
🔥 Mark your calendar, grab the kiddos, and may the best hot chicken win on July 4!
