Name: 2026 Utah Firefighter Chili Cookoff
Start: 2026-10-10
End: 2026-10-10

America First Field is the world-class home of Major League Soccer's Real Salt Lake, 2009 MLS Cup Champions and 2011 CONCACAF Champions League runner-ups. In addition to RSL games, America First Field hosts REAL Monarchs, RSL Women, USA Rugby, and American Football games, as well as corporate and private events.

## Quick Facts

- Iconic roof structures on the east and west sides of the stadium keeps atmosphere in; Teflon-coated fiberglass roof manufactured to withstand hurricane-force winds
- 41 feet down to the playing field from street level
- 3,891,243 cubic yards of dirt moved
- 25,000 cubic yards of concrete
- 5,350,000 pounds of structural steel
- 400 miles of coaxial cable
- 6,700 parking spaces within 15-minute walk of main entrance
- 20,000 fans capacity (25,000 for concerts)
- 3 fully equipped professional locker rooms
- 32 luxury suites
- 12 permanent concession, 15 portable concession stands
- Open north end concourse with full view of the field
- Full-service Stadium Club with 150 field view seats located just nine rows up from west sideline
- Fourth-level press entrance to six broadcast booths and 32-seat press box
- Just 15 miles from downtown Salt Lake City
- Three minutes to Interstate 15 (1.2 miles)
- 20 minutes to Salt Lake City International Airport (19.85 miles)
- Grass surface: 120 yards long x 75 yards wide; Blue Grass and Rye Mix

America First Field

Utah’s newest soccer club, the Real Monarchs is kicking off its inaugural season at America First Field. The Monarchs are a second division professional squad that bridge the gap between Major League Soccer’s Real Salt Lake and the club’s highly-lauded academy at the Grande Sports complex in Arizona. Real Monarchs have a 14 game home schedule and individual tickets can be purchased for as little as $12. Embrace the Future and come experience the Real Monarchs at Rio Tinto Stadium.

Visit www.realmonarchs.com or call 801.727.2700 to purchase your tickets! America First Field is located on 9256 South, State Street in Sandy Utah.

Real Monarchs

The 2009 Major League Soccer Champions and 2010 CONCACAF Champions League Finalists. For more information call or visit our Web site.

Real Salt Lake

Salt Lake County facility for trade/consumer shows, sporting events, banquets, dances, corporate/association meetings. Five halls- 48,600 sq. ft. each. Meeting rooms/catering available.

Mountain America Expo Center

**Crisp & Green** is a vibrant, healthy fast-casual restaurant in Sandy (just south of Salt Lake City) offering **fresh, flavorful meals made with high-quality, whole ingredients**.

**[Our menu](https://crispandgreen.olo.com/menu/crisp-green-sandy)** features signature salads, warm grain bowls, hero wraps, smoothies, and açai bowls, with plenty of customizable options to satisfy every palate—*including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets*. A dedicated kid’s menu makes us a great option for families, too!

For groups and events, Crisp & Green offers **flexible, high-quality catering** perfect for conferences, corporate meetings, off-site events, and private gatherings.

Our catering menu includes large-format salads and grain bowls, wrap platters, smoothie packs, healthy snacks, and build-your-own salad bars—all designed to energize your guests with food that tastes as good as it feels!

All direct catering orders are fully customizable to fit your group’s needs, and we offer **flat-rate delivery**, **white-glove setup**, and even **on-site staffing** for a seamless, elevated experience.

📄 [**View our updated Spring/Summer Catering menu here**](https://48455532.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/48455532/CG%20Catering%20Menu%20-%20SpringSummer2025.pdf)

Whether you’re a visitor looking for a nourishing meal on the go, or a planner coordinating food for a large group, **Crisp & Green Sandy delivers fresh, feel-good food to every occasion!**

Crisp & Green

HCT has 24,000 season subscribers and is one of the nation's highest attended professional theatres. Voted 'Best of State' for 12 consecutive years. 30 years of excellent, year-round, live stage plays and musicals. Monday-Saturday evenings. Saturday matinees.

Hale Centre Theatre

The Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control operates 44 State Liquor and Wine Stores and over 100 package agencies or contract stores across the state. State liquor and wine stores carry a full line of liqueurs, wines, spirits, and some full strength beers.

Utah State Liquor Store #16

Finding a spa that delivers both genuine warmth and professional, therapeutic results shouldn’t be hard. At Palm Massage Spa, we blend top-tier hospitality with skilled bodywork tailored exactly to your needs—from deeply therapeutic pain relief to pure, restorative relaxation.

We explicitly invest in premium, high-quality professional products because we want to truly nourish and transform your skin. There is nothing we love more than seeing our clients check out the mirror after a session with a huge smile and that beautiful, healthy post-facial glow that lasts.

Palm Massage Spa

Sandy city is in the southeastern part of Salt Lake County and is considered the "Heart of the Wasatch."

Sandy City

River Oaks' marshland layout is one of the most enjoyable courses in the valley for all levels of players. Without being overly long in yardage, shot placement and creativity are a must at River Oaks.

**Course Amenities:**

Driving Range

Heated Driving Range

Teaching Academy

Proshop

Banquet Room

River Oaks Golf Course

The Shops at South Town offer a superior one-stop shopping experience with over 100 retail, dining, and entertainment options. You’ll find the latest trends from popular brands including H&M, HomeGoods, and JCPenney, as well fashion favorites from local boutiques. Grab a bite to eat in our Dining Terrace as you browse national and regional retailers ranging from children’s fashions, athletic apparel, and the best in beauty products. Family-friendly amenities and entertainment including interactive media experiences and Round1 Bowling and Amusement ensure that everyone will enjoy themselves. Check out upcoming [events](https://www.shopsatsouthtown.com/events/) & follow us on socials @shopsouthtown.

The Shops at South Town

# Your search for a great local restaurant is over!

The Tin Roof Grill is where to eat! We offer a city bistro atmosphere with a local restaurant mentality, providing great food and a friendly staff. Our menu includes items to satisfy everyone's palate including Appetizers, Small Plates, Salads, Gourmet Pizzas, Sandwiches and more. The Tin Roof Grill is the best place to eat before or after a Sandy Amphitheater concert or a Real Salt Lake game. Be sure to visit us for Brunch and our great Early Bird Specials.

Hours:

Monday-Thursday: 11:00am-10:00pm   
Friday: 11:00am-11:00pm   
Saturday: 11:00am-10:00pm Brunch Served 11:00am-2:00pm   
Sunday: 11:00am-8:00pm Brunch Served 11:00am-2:30pm

Tin Roof Grill

Visit Salt Lake

Salt Lake is the place where the Wasatch mountain peaks frame city streets. Sure, Salt Lake's famed for our winter powder ([four legendary ski resorts](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/skiing-snowboarding/) just 30 minutes from downtown), but that's just one season's story. Summer brings families [hiking through wildflower meadows](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/) before cooling off at a Jazz game or the Gateway fountains. Autumn paints our mountain canyons in gold, perfect for morning strolls that end at local coffee shops. Spring? That's when you might spot baby bison on Antelope Island before heading to the Eccles Theater for a Broadway show. Our soaring Wasatch Mountains rise dramatically from downtown Salt Lake, creating a place where every day offers both natural wonders and urban energy. And while we sit perfectly between the [national parks](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/state-national-parks/) with Yellowstone's geysers and Utah's red rock country, the real magic happens right here, where everyone can [discover the history](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/plan-your-visit/about-salt-lake/) of the city as they find their own rhythm between mountain adventure and city life.

Sports Salt Lake

On Saturday, October 10th 11 AM – 3 PM, over 20 teams of first responders will gather at the America First Field Pavilion, home of RSL Soccer, in Sandy UT for the 14th Year of the Utah Firefighter Chili Cookoff! While the teams are competing for Best Chili and Best Booth, they are unified towards one common goal: To raise money for The University of Utah Health Burn Camp Programs.The Burn Camp programs help burn survivors adjust to the personal challenges associated with surviving a burn injury. Five camps geared towards specific age groups provide a safe and supportive atmosphere that is conducive to healing. This gives burn survivors the tools needed to endure and thrive through their recovery.Admission is free and open to the public, with games, crafts, and activities for kids, along with a helicopter landing from U of U Airmed, and numerous fire apparatus to check out! Be there at 11 AM for the kickoff performance by the Emerald Society Pipes and Drums band. For those interested in helping raise money for BurnCamp, tickets for chili and beer will be sold at the event with 100% of the sales going directly to Burn Camp Programs.Saturday, October 10th – America First Field House9256 South State St. Sandy, UT11 AM – 3 PMThis calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com, Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance.

2026 Utah Firefighter Chili Cookoff

2026 Development Player League (DPL)

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Elite Tournaments 

2026 Great Western Fall Classic

**Salt Lake City**

**Columbus Day Tournament**

**October 9-12, 2026**

**AA, A, BB, B | 10U-14U**

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**Top Competition**
Play a guaranteed 4 games against top U.S. and Canadian youth hockey teams.

**Olympic-Level Venues**
Hit the ice at the Utah Olympic Oval and Peaks Ice Arena, both iconic sites from the 2002 Winter Olympics.

**Seamless Experience**
On-site photography, on-time games, and on-site staff, including sports medical trainers. Plus, no gate fees!

**Off-Ice Fun**
Enjoy vibrant Salt Lake City and stunning natural scenery between games. Arrive early or stay late and catch a Utah Hockey Club game.

Salt Lake Columbus Day Tournament (Utah Olympic Oval)

We are a full time Hockey Tournament Company that specializes in Full service, professionally operated Hockey Tournaments for Men, Women & Youth of all skill and age levels.

2026 Utah Firefighter Chili Cookoff

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