10/01/2026
In years past, Bethlehem’s annual ChiliFest hosted a hot pepper eating contest. It was a test of grit, endurance, and how much capsaicin your taste buds could tolerate. 🌶️🥲
Well… we're bringing it back.
BUT this time, we’re adding Donerds Donuts. Because we like a little sugar with our spice 😈 🍩
Introducing ChiliFest's first-ever: 🍩👻🔥 GHOST DONUT CHALLENGE 🔥👻🍩
📅 October 17
⏰ 1:30 PM
📍 Main Stage on the Bethlehem Greenway at New & Adams.
🗒️Ages 18+ (SIGN UP REQUIRED!)
The challenge: Be the first to finish 6 Mango-Ghost Pepper Donuts before the timer runs out.
Winner walks away with a special keepsake prize and gift cards to local SouthSide businesses.
If you think you can survive the sweet heat and walk away as our first GHOST DONUT CHAMPION, sign up as a contestant now! 🏆👻
No festival ticket needed to participate! Only 15 spots available.
Find the full challenge details on the signup form: https://forms.gle/ZD4ixfQ76h1iHJXg7
