The Town of Clendenin hosts an annual event featuring an ICS sanctioned Chili Cook-Off and Craft Beer/Wine Festival featuring beers and wines from throughout West Virginia. Local artisans featuring handmade arts and crafts are on-hand, there is free music on the on the Dr. Harper stage and a complimentary Kid’s Zone with inflatables and games. The Chili Chase 5K is held the morning of the event and is hosted by the Herbert Hoover High School Cross Country Team. The event runs from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm and is held on Saturday, October 7, 2023.