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Hot Pepper Festival October 28, 2023

Hot Pepper Festival October 28, 2023

Hot Pepper Festival

Everything's Hotter in Texas!

When:
Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 9 am - 4 pm

Where:
Palestine Main Street
Main Stage located at:
300 W. Oak Street
Palestine, Texas 75801

Can You Handle the Heat?:

Live Music All Day, Bud Light Stage at John St & Main St

Street Performances 11:00am - 4:00 pm, at the Serrano Pepper Stage on Sycamore St

Lil Miss & Lil Mr Hot Pepper Costume Contest, 11am, at the Poblano Pepper Stage, Magnolia St & Main St

(First Responder & Military themed costumes)

Local Celebrity Stuffed Pepper Eating Contest 2pm, at the Poblano Pepper Stage, Magnolia St & Main St

After Hours in Old Town

Music & Entertainment, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm



2022 Schedule of Events

Hot Pepper Festival Parade
Hot Pepper Festival Parade
Oct 28, 2023 | 10:00 AM
FREE
The Parade will begin at the Anderson County Courthouse at 500 N Church Street. It will proceed down Avenue A and turn RIGHT on Spring Street, then RIGHT on Queen Street, then RIGHT on Crawford Street and back up to the Anderson County Courthouse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Parking

Where do I park?


Do I have to pay to park?


Are there any areas off limits?

Parade

What is the Parade route?



If I am in the parade, what time do I need to be there?

More Information:

Hot Pepper Festival Main Facebook Page:

Vendor Application:

Call:
903.729-6066

Email:
info@palestinechamber.org


Download the Parade Application

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