Berlin Chili Festival

The European Chili Festival is returning to Berlin! From September 4th to 6th, more than 50 vendors of artisanal hot sauces from across Europe will be selling and tasting their products – but that’s not all. Come to the Berg Brewery in Berlin and see for yourself!

What to expect?
Hundreds of hot sauces to sample
Fresh chilies and chili plants
International stalls with spicy dishes (including vegan options)
Live music all weekend long
A spicy cabaret show
Family-friendly atmosphere with a children’s area
Dog-friendly (well-behaved dogs are welcome!)
Beer garden with local beers and cocktails

…and two unusual competitions:

The Berlin’s Best Homemade Hot Sauce competition and the Berlin Amateur Chili Eating Contest with Pandemonic Chili Sauces. For more information, visit the official website.

Program

Friday, September 4th
6pm – 9pm : Meet the Vendors & Press launch
6pm – 9pm : Market stalls, Hot Sauce Tasting, Food Stalls

Saturday, September 5th
12pm – 9pm : Market stalls, Hot Sauce Tasting, Food Stalls
2pm – 5pm : Berlin Amateur Chili Eating Competition hosted by Pandemonic Chili Sauces
6pm – 7pm : Crawling Noise (Live Band)
7pm – 8pm : Rotacja (Live Band) (Garden Stage)
8pm – 9pm : The Dukes (Live Band)

Sunday, September 6th
12 – 9pm : Market stalls, Hot Sauce Tasting, Food Stalls
2pm – 5pm : Berlin Amateur Chili Eating Competition hosted by Pandemonic Chili Sauces
6pm – 7pm : Berlins best homemade hot sauce prizes & announcements hosted by Republic of Heat
7pm – 8pm : Spicy Cabaret Show with Evilyn Frantic & Guests
8pm – 9pm : Am Dúnta a high-energy Irish trad ensemble (Live Band)

Tickets
€7 – Day Ticket
€12 – Weekend Ticket (valid for all 3 days, unlimited entry)
VIP Members: Free Entry
Children: Free entry. Although it’s a chili festival, a special children’s area will be set up in the garden.

What to bring?
Refillable water bottles (up to 500 ml) are welcome and encouraged. Staying hydrated is essential when enjoying hot sauces!

WHEN: September 4–6, 2026
WHERE: Berliner Berg Brewery
ADMISSION: €0–12

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