ORANGE BEACH, Ala. — Some of the teams will win ribbons and a bit of cash, but every single one will have a blast.

Well, if any of the previous Super Bowl Chili Cook-Offs are any indication, a party will certainly erupt when the propane fires are lit underneath the variety of chili pots.

The annual event benefits the battle against cancer, coming to the Flora-Bama on the beach Saturday, January 31.

Teams pay a $45 registration fee and must provide at least four gallons of chili. For this they receive three T-shirts, draft beer for the day and other party favors. Visitors can buy tickets to sample the fare and vote for the People’s Choice winner.

The real winner is the American Cancer Society. All proceeds from the sales will benefit the Relay for Life fundraising effort for cancer research. Last year's event raise more than $5,000.

As the tent stage fills with the tempting aromas, live music will provide the beat and people in chef hats and other festive costumes from the cooking teams will be spinning on the dance floor.

Cooking begins at 10 a.m., tickets will be sold at 11:45 a.m. and tasting begins at noon.

Teams are also responsible for supplying all cooking utensils, pots, burners, ingredients, must be willing to eat their own chili and all members must be at least 21 years old.

First place receives $100 and a ribbon, People’s Choice winner gets $99, second place receives a ribbon and $75 and third places wins a ribbon and $50.

If You Go

WHAT: Super Bowl Chili Cook-Off

WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 31

WHERE: Flora-Bama Lounge and Package Store

COST: Tasting tickets are $2 each or $10 for 6; good for one cup of chili each

FIND OUT MORE: Flora-Bama.com

Rules and Regulations

• Minimum four gallons of chili.

• Team to supply all cooking utensils, pots, burners and ingredients.

• Must be willing to eat your own chili.

• Must be at least 21 years of age to participate.

• No outside alcoholic beverages.