July 2, 2026

The M-22 Chili Challenge

By Jamie Kauffold | March 2, 2024

Chill(i) out at the 2nd annual M-22 Chili Challenge at Leelanau Sands Casino on Saturday, March 9, from noon-4pm. This cookoff includes local restaurants like Big Dex’s Restaurant, Bogey's 19th Hole at The Leland Lodge, Lylah’s, Knot Just a Bar, and more. Enjoy tastings, outdoor yard games, adult beverages, and live music with Driving Dawn. Tickets, $15. leelanausandscasino.com/play/m22chili_challenge

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