Soup Stew Chili & Brew Festival
Thank you to our Premier Sponsor:
Join us Oct. 10th 2026 for Soup Stew Chili & Brew Festival!
Celebrate the spirit of fall at Madison's beloved Soup Stew Chili & Brew festival! Sponsored by Ivy Tech Community College, this vibrant event is a delightful fusion of delicious cuisines, engaging activities, live music, shopping delights, and inviting beer & wine gardens. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Madison, Indiana's Main Street, it's an event not to be missed.
Crafted by the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce, Soup Stew Chili & Brew isn't just a fantastic festival; it's a pillar supporting our community's strength and vitality. As a fundraiser for numerous area non-profits, it contributes significantly to fortifying our local community.
Join us in Madison, Indiana, for a day filled with delightful servings of soup, stew, chili, and brew! Bring along friends and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere. We guarantee an unforgettable experience awaits!
Tickets & Pricing
In service of the festival's original purpose, we do our best to keep prices low!
- Tickets are $1 each
- No cash is used at our booths.
- Kids have UNLIMITED PLAY ALL DAY at the Kids' Zone area. The Kids' Zone areas are marked on the festival map. All inflatables are included. All kids must be supervised by an adult, our volunteers are not responsible for keeping your child at the Kids' Zone designated areas.
- Kids' Zone is FREE this year!
- How many tickets should I buy? We suggest starting with 20 tickets per adult. You can always head back to a ticket booth for more!
- Can I use a credit/debit card? Yes! There are 4 ticket booths spread throughout the festival, all of which accept cash or card. There are also two ATM machines within walking distance of the festival: First Financial Bank's ATM is at the corner of Jefferson and Third Streets; German American's ATM is at the corner of Main and Walnut Streets.
Offical SSCB Merch!
- In person (cash or card) at the Chamber during business hours
- Festival Merch Tent on Saturday, Oct. 11th
- Online with easy pick-up during those same times
Event Expectations
NO PETS
NO PETS will be allowed in the festival footprint due to health regulations.
Supervise Children
Please supervise your children at all times. We have volunteers to help children with the play areas, but it is important that you supervise and stay with your child.
We recommend writing your cell number on your child's wristband in case you are accidentally separated.
Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors!
Stage Sponsors
Awards Sponsor
Seating Sponsor
KidZone Sponsor
Street Fun Sponsor
Platinum Spoon Sponsor
