Chomp and Stomp Chili Cook-Off Festival - Nov. 7, 2026
Chomp & Stomp Chili Cook-Off and Bluegrass Festival
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SAVE THE DATE: Chomp and Stomp Chili Cook-Off Festival
Looking for the latest festival details? See the current festival guide here: Chomp & Stomp Festival
Festival Guide
Chomp & Stomp is one of Atlanta’s best-known neighborhood festivals, combining a chili cook-off, bluegrass and roots music, an artist market, and community fundraising in Cabbagetown. This wiki page now serves as a supporting archive and background page. For current festival dates, logistics, and guide information, use the main festival page above.
Festival Overview
Held each fall in historic Cabbagetown, Chomp & Stomp has grown from a neighborhood fundraiser into one of Atlanta’s signature fall festivals. The event is centered on chili tasting and competition, but it is also known for live music, local vendors, the Romp & Stomp 5K, and a strong neighborhood identity.
Unlike a general event landing page, this archive page focuses on context, history, and past Creative Loafing coverage rather than serving as the main current-year guide.
Festival History
Chomp & Stomp began in 2003 as a fundraiser supporting Cabbagetown’s parks and public spaces. Over time, it expanded into a major annual neighborhood tradition while keeping its volunteer-driven and community-first structure.
Proceeds support the Cabbagetown Initiative Community Development Corporation, which helps energize public spaces and improve Cabbagetown’s parks.
Social & Updates
Forward Warrior presents Black Cat Tips, Alex Ferror, & Alex Wolf making art for visitors at Ponce City Market, driven by Rivian. Stop by the showroom for the launch of R2 on May 9 & 10 for giveaways and prizes, plus... @cabbagetownusa Read more...
Forward Warrior presents Black Cat Tips, Alex Ferror, & Alex Wolf making art for visitors at Ponce City Market, driven by Rivian. Stop by the showroom for the launch of R2 on May 9 & 10 for giveaways and prizes, plus... @cabbagetownusa Read more...
Get ready for the event of the summer: Cabbagetown Barbie Prom
Don't sleep, buy your tickets today. $35 in advance, $40 at door as quantity allows.
Tunes by DJ Soules & Easie Monroe.
Drinks and lite bites... @cabbagetownusa Read more...
Join us tomorrow (Saturday, April 18th) morning for Cabbagetown Service Day!
There are a few ways you can roll up your sleeves and put your back into it!
The Parks Committee will be working on their spring clean up... @cabbagetownusa Read more...
Join us this Friday, April 17th, 7pm at 214 Powell St. for our bi-annual New Neighbor Party! Bring your own beverage, some drinks and lite bites provided. @cabbagetownusa Read more...
Come join us this evening, April 14th, at 7pm at the Cabbagetown Community Center (177 Estoria St.) for our monthly Cabbagetown Neighborhood Improvement Meeting (CNIA) to get updates on what is going on in the... @cabbagetownusa Read more...
See y’all Friday for bingo! April 10th, 7-9pm, at Cabbagetown Community Center (177 Estoria St SE). Light refreshments provided, feel free to bring your own snacks and refreshments. @cabbagetownusa Read more...
Krog Pocket Park! Thanks bouttetree - espec. Leo, Topaz, John, & Tyler! We're getting a haircut, and that's just the beginning..
Thanks to ATLDOT for the fresh crosswalks and a smooth pedestrian path. New curbcut &... @cabbagetownusa Read more...
Come on down to Cabbagetown this Sunday, March 29th, from 9am-2pm, for our annual community yard sale! This year we have over 30 participants! Scan the QR code for the map (or go to the link in bio), or printed maps... @cabbagetownusa Read more...
FLASH GIVEAWAY! ⭐️ free tickets ⭐️
7pm Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
plazaatlanta
1049 Ponce de Leon 30306
TICKET GIVEAWAY:
cabbagetown.com/win
Benjamin Smoke
A film by Jem Cohen & Peter Sillen
Special commentary... @cabbagetownusa Read more...
SLOW PARADE 4pm Sunday 3/15 @ 177 Estoria
Cabbagetown Hall
Early show. Acoustic duo. Chill vibes.
cabbagetown.com/concerts
Conversation & tall tales with songwriter Matthew Pendrick. Benefit show for Brookshire... @cabbagetownusa Read more...
