Hot Pepper Festival

About

Held each October in historic downtown Palestine, the Hot Pepper Festival draws over 7,500 visitors with Arts & Crafts Vendors, Unique Food Vendors, Kid's Zone, Beer Gardens, Car, Truck and Bike Show, and Live Music. Food vendors selling items prepared prior to festival day must adhere to Cottage Food law specifications. Early-bird vendor pricing available through September 1st; food vendor applications deadline September 27th; all other vendor applications deadline October 16th.

Details

Type

Festival

Season / Event Date(s)

Oct 31, 2026

Venue

Historic Downtown Palestine

Tags

• craft
• food
• beer-garden
• annual