Chilli Fest – Beyond The Bowl
Sunday, September 27, 2026 | 12:00–8:00 p.m.
West Avenue Cider House
Get ready for an afternoon of delicious food, local shopping, family fun, and community spirit at Chilli Fest – BEYOND THE BOWL!
More than just a food festival, Chilli Fest is a celebration of the people, businesses, and communities that make Hamilton’s rural areas so special. Whether you’re coming for great food, the local makers market, live entertainment, or family activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
What You’ll Experience
🌶 Local Restaurant Showcase
Sample delicious dishes from local restaurants. While chili-inspired creations are encouraged, each restaurant is invited to showcase the food they do best.
🛍 Expanded Makers Market
Browse unique handmade goods, artisan products, home décor, gifts, jewelry, and more.
🔥 Hot Ones Wing Contest
Join in or watch brave contestants take on increasingly spicy wings in this crowd-favourite competition.
🎈 Kids Zone
Enjoy games, activities, crafts, and family-friendly fun for children of all ages.
🎟 50/50 Raffle
Take your chance at winning while supporting an important cause.
🎶 Entertainment & Community Fun
Relax, explore, and enjoy a lively afternoon celebrating local businesses, community organizations, and neighbours.
Links:
Sign up for the Hot Ones Contest
Support September
Chilli Fest is part of Support September, a month-long campaign running from September 1–30. Throughout the month, local restaurants and businesses across our rural communities will host fundraising initiatives, giving you even more ways to support this important cause while shopping and dining locally.
Why It Matters
Every dollar raised supports the rural services of the Flamborough Women’s Resource Centre, a program of Interval House of Hamilton.
Funds help sustain Hamilton’s only dedicated Rural Hub, providing women and children experiencing violence with access to safety planning, emotional support, wellness programming, advocacy, and connections to housing, legal services, and other community resources.
Together, we can celebrate our community, support local businesses, and help ensure women and families in our rural communities have access to the support they need—close to home.
Admission is free. Bring your family, invite your friends, and join us for a day of food, fun, and community while making a meaningful difference.