A Fantastic Day Out for the Whole Family!

Wiltshire Chilli Festival 2025 is happening in Westbury Town Centre on the 20th September. There will be stalls, street food, children's activities, live entertainment, a mariachi band and more, including the famous Chilli Eating Contest!

Join the Fun!

What’s Happening on the Day?

Expertly made Chilli, Authentic Mexican Tacos & Smoked BBQ

Chilli traders from across the UK pack Westbury’s High Street with their colourful stalls and scorching hot sauces for our annual Wiltshire Chilli Fest.

Further down towards the Library you’ll find Expertly made Chilli, Authentic Mexican Tacos and Smoked BBQ filling the air.

Music from Around the World

Out on the main stage, floating on that sweet, smokey atmosphere we have music from around the world, including Samba parades and Funky Jazz.

Wiltshire Chilli Eating Contest

The Wiltshire Chilli Fest is the number one chilli fest in the county and hosts the now famous – and infamous – Wiltshire Chilli Eating Contest. Our friends at Hot Pods Chilli Products run the fiery contest with assistance from the wonderful UK Chilli Queen.

Just remember, if you touch the milk, you’re out ! (All chillis, milk and metal buckets provided as standard).