If your family loves a good 3-Way or can’t resist a classic cheese coney, you’ll want to mark your calendar for Cincinnati Chili Week 2026. This week-long celebration of one of the Queen City’s most iconic foods runs February 23–March 1, 2026, with restaurants across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky offering chili specials priced between $5 and $7.
Whether you’re a lifelong chili fan or introducing your kids to this uniquely Cincinnati tradition, this is one of the tastiest (and most affordable) food events of the year.
What Is Cincinnati Chili Week?
Hosted by Cincinnati Chili Week, this annual foodie event celebrates the region’s signature dish: Cincinnati-style chili. Unlike traditional chili, this sweet-and-savory meat sauce is flavored with Mediterranean-inspired spices like cinnamon and clove and is most famously served:
- Over spaghetti (a 3-Way)
- With spaghetti + onions or beans (4-Way)
- Fully loaded (5-Way)
- On hot dogs (cheese coneys)
- On fries or nachos
- As dips and creative specialty dishes
During Chili Week, participating restaurants create special menu items or offer classic favorites at discounted prices, making it easy to try multiple locations throughout the week.
When Is Cincinnati Chili Week 2026?
Dates: February 23 – March 1, 2026
Location: Participating restaurants throughout Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky…