Advertisement
After an incredible inaugural year that welcomed more than 1,000 attendees, showcased 30+ restaurants and vendors, and raised thousands of dollars for local charities, Pepper Palooza is back—and bigger, bolder, and hotter than ever.Buffalo has Wing Fest. Now Western New York has the festival dedicated to another hometown favorite: the legendary stuffed banana pepper.
From classic Italian recipes passed down through generations to creative twists like pizzas, dips, soups, burgers, egg rolls, and more, Pepper Palooza celebrates one of the region's most iconic comfort foods while showcasing the incredible talent of Western New York's restaurant community.
Hosted by appétit and SLA Solutions, Pepper Palooza isn't just a food festival—it's a celebration of local restaurants, local businesses, and giving back. Every ticket sold helps support outstanding local nonprofit organizations, meaning every pepper enjoyed makes a difference in our community.
Throughout the afternoon, guests can sample stuffed pepper creations from some of Western New York's favorite restaurants, vote for the coveted People's Choice Awards, watch chefs compete for Judge's Choice, enjoy local craft beverages, shop artisan vendors, listen to live entertainment, and experience one of the area's fastest-growing food festivals.
Whether you're a lifelong stuffed pepper fanatic or just looking for an unforgettable day of great food, drinks, music, and community, Pepper Palooza 2026 promises more flavor, more competition, and more excitement than ever before.
Come hungry. Vote often. Celebrate local.
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Wings Meeting Place – Orchard Park, NY
The heat is on. 🔥
Advertisement
Event venue
The Wings Meeting Place, 3964 California Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127-2275, United States
Tickets
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.
Discover more events by tag
Festivals in Orchard ParkFood-drinks in Orchard ParkFood-trucks in Orchard ParkCharities in Orchard ParkParties in Orchard ParkCooking in Orchard ParkAgriculture in Orchard ParkFood-truck-festivals in Orchard ParkNonprofit in Orchard ParkHarvest-festival in Orchard ParkMeetups in Orchard ParkContests in Orchard ParkFourth-of-july-bbq-festivals in Orchard Park