The sixth annual Chilifest event will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday at Evergreen Washelli in Bothell. The event is organized by the Greater Bothell Chamber of Commerce.

The event will feature community members from Bothell and Kenmore and their homemade chili in a contest for various prizes. Community members are invited to the free event to taste and vote to determine the best entries. For every $1 or nonperishable food item donated will get participants a vote for the “People’s Choice” award. All donations benefit Hopelink.

Evergreen Washelli is located at 18224 103rd Ave NE in Bothell.

For more information on the event call Dale Amundsen at 425-486-1281 at Evergreen Washelli or Kim Monson at the Chamber at 425-485-4353.