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"LONE STAR PEPPER PALOOZA"

HOT PEPPER EATING CONTEST
With Pro & Amateur Hot Pepper Eating Contest
Hot Sauce Contest & Food Vendors
Jack Cross Pavillion
Winnsboro City Park
October 26, 2024

Professional Eating Contest @ 11
Amateur Eating Contest @ 12

Options to Participate:
Pepper Eating
Hot Sauce Contest
Vendors Wanted Forms


Hosts:
Pyke's Pantry
League of Fire
Lone Star Mastiffs

Ad Sponsors:
Dairy Farmers of America
The Edison Exchange
Griffin's Paint & Body
City National Bank

Tractor Supply
 

Pepper Eating Contest

October 26, 2024, 

Professional Contest @ 11 am

Amateur Contest @ 12 pm

 Winnsboro City Park, Jack Cross Pavilion

600 Wheeler Dr. Winnsboro, TX 75494

 

Up to 10 Contestants will be admitted (A wait list will be taken in the event of the contestants are unable to attend after applying and paying the entry fee, if all seats are filled for the Amateur Chili Pepper Contest.      

 

Ten (10) Rounds of eating hot chili peppers in increasing levels of spiciness.  If there is more than one (1) person left after 10 rounds, the contest will continue with as many rounds are needed in a hot sauce chug, increasing in spiciness in each round until there is a winner.

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Entry Fee:            $35 per person (non-refundable)

 

Prizes:  1st Place - $50 and RedStone Octagonal Fire Pit

2nd Place - $50

3rd Place - Coming Soon!​​​​

Hot Sauce Contest

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October 26, 2024, at 11:00 am

Winnsboro City Park, Jack Cross Pavillion

 

Who:  Commercial and Individuals who make Hot Sauce. 

 

What:  There will be two categories. 

The Hottest Hot Sauce, and the Most Flavorful Hot Sauce. 

You may enter as many different bottles as you like. 

Submission of a commercial or cottage license is required to participate.

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Hot Sauce must be submitted by 10 am!

 

Entry Fee:  $10 per bottle (non-refundable)

Prize Money:  1st Place – $50 and a First Place Ribbon

2nd Place – Second Place Ribbon

3rd Place – Third Place Ribbon

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VENDORS

October 26, 2024

Winnsboro City Park, Jack Cross Pavillion

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**Please see vendor application for specific time information**

 

VENDORS WANTED:  Do you create and make amazing spicy food and spicy crafts, then we are looking for you to join us for this League of Fire Champion Belt Match and the 2nd Annual Lonestar Pepper Palooza to sell your products. 

 

**First Come!  First Pay!  First Served!**

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Vendor Fee:

Premium Spots:  Three 10x10 spots next to the stage - $125 each

Covered Spots:  Fifty 10x10 regular covered spots - $75 each

Outdoor Spots:  Twenty outdoor spots - $50 each

Food Truck Spots:  Space for 3 food trucks - $150 each

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Want to Become a Sponsor?

Sponsorship Opportunities for the 2nd Annual Pepper Palooza

 

Dear Prospective Sponsor,

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We are excited to offer exclusive sponsorship opportunities for the 2nd Annual Pepper Palooza, taking place on October 26th at the Jack Cross Pavilion in Winnsboro, TX. This high-energy event attracts chili enthusiasts and food lovers from across the region, making it a perfect platform for your business to gain exposure and connect with a community passionate about culinary adventures.

 

Sponsorship Packages:

1. Silver Package – $250

  • Visibility: Your logo and business name will be prominently displayed on banners at the event venue.

  • Digital Presence: Inclusion of your logo and business name in all digital marketing materials, including social media posts and event-related email blasts. This ensures online recognition before, during, and after the event.

 

2. Gold Package – $500

  • All Silver Package benefits.

  • Event Highlight: Sponsor a specific round in the prestigious professional League of Fire Belt Match. Your business will be announced as the round sponsor, enhancing your visibility among attendees.

  • Commemorative Banner: Receive a special banner to display at your business, commemorating your sponsorship of the round, which you can keep as a memento of your support for the community and the event.

 

Why Sponsor Pepper Palooza?

By sponsoring Pepper Palooza, your brand will:

  • Reach a dedicated and engaged audience of food lovers and chili enthusiasts.

  • Enhance its community presence by supporting a beloved local event.

  • Gain extensive exposure through event signage and digital promotions.

 

Interested in Sponsoring?

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the Pepper Palooza, or if you would like more information, please contact Autumn Trails at:

 

We look forward to partnering with you to make the 2nd Annual Pepper Palooza a success. Your involvement not only promotes your brand but also supports the vibrant culinary culture of our community.

 

Thank you for considering this opportunity to join us in celebrating the fiery spirit of Pepper Palooza!

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