15th Annual Chili Challenge
2026-03-01 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Park Rapids American Legion, 900 1st St E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
The 15th Annual Chili Challenge will be held at the Park Rapids American Legion on March 4th from 11am – 1pm. Featuring up to 22 chili teams, tickets will be $1 per sample available for purchase in packs of five or buy as many as you would like! Desserts and bottled water will be provided. Tickets will be sold at the door.
All proceeds will benefit the Hubbard County Food Shelf and extra donations are greatly appreciated! Teams are encouraged to pre-fundraise. The team raising the most money will be honored with the “Top $Bean$” Award. The team with the most votes for favorite chili will win the “Tasters’ Choice” Award.
Sponsors include:

Otto Hendrickson Post 212 American Legion
PR Rotary
PR Enterprise
Prudential, Brian Behrens
DeLaHunt Media
Living at Home of the Park Rapids Area
Nei Bottling
PR Lions

Annual Kinship Fish Fry
2026-05-08 16:30 - 19:00
Join us for a night of community, connection, and great food!
We’re firing up the fryers at the American Legion for our favorite tradition: the Kinship Annual Fish Fry. Come enjoy a golden-brown fish dinner while hearing heart-warming stories of how mentorship is changing lives right here in Park Rapids. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or new to the Kinship family, your seat at the table helps us empower local youth.
Suggested Donation: $15
Families Welcome: Smaller portions available for the kiddos!
Celiac-safe gluten free meals available; please contact Amy at 651-303-4357 to reserve a GF meal or for related questions.
