SOFIA CHILLI FEST

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Welcome to the third edition of the largest hot festival in Bulgaria!

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October 03-04, 2026
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Chilli Hills Farm, Lozen village
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For the third time in a row, a festival will be held in Bulgaria, focused entirely on spicy food. Over the course of two days, the festival will feature famous international celebrities, numerous producers and importers of spicy products. We will build a Street Food & Bar area with themed flavors, ice creams and cocktails from all over the world - Mexico, Asia and the Caribbean.

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Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of this experience! Join us as a vendor, a participant in culinary demonstrations or a sponsor. Sofia Chilli Fest is the place where we bring people together through the magic of food.

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Experiences for all ages await you at Sofia Chilli Fest 2026! Whether you're a fan of hot food, you'll find entertainment for the whole family. Come and experience it!

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Join one of the hottest events of the year! Participate with food trucks, drinks, signature dishes or products and connect with thousands of hot food lovers. Become a vendor, demonstrator or sponsor and expand your audience. Contact us for more information!

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Food area

Workshops

Chilli Market

Chill out area

Chilli Museum

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.
Sofia Chilli Fest takes place at the Chilli Hills farm in the village of Dolni Lozen, 34 Markova Livada Street. Exact location: https://g.co/kgs/CrkdwSC

Sofia Chilli Fest 2026 will take place on October 3 and 4, 2026. The festival area will be open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
By car: The farm can be reached in about 20 minutes from the center of Sofia.
By public transport: Bus No. 5 to stop 0961 "Lozen City Hall", then continue on foot.
By taxi: We recommend sharing a taxi with friends.

Follow our official channels and the Facebook event for up-to-date information about transportation and organization.
Online: Tickets are sold on the Eventim network.
On site: Tickets will also be available for purchase at the festival entrance.

Upon entry, ticket holders will receive a festival wristband, which they can use to enter and exit within the validity period of the ticket.
The ticket includes access to the festival area and all activities that are marked as free in the program.
All children under 10 years old enter for free.
Yes. The festival wristband allows free re-entry within the ticket's validity period, as long as you do not remove it from your hand.
Fierce competitions, international participants, music, DJ, street food, tastings, games, workshops and activities for children await you.

The program will also feature special League of Fire events, as well as other surprises.

We will publish the full program HERE, as well as the event on Facebook.
Yes. We have provided as much parking space as possible on the meadow next to the farm. There will be stewards on site to direct you and signage.

However, we strongly encourage you to leave your cars at home and come by public transport, taxi or carpool with friends. This way you will save yourself the trouble of searching for a parking space and can enjoy a beer or cocktail in peace.

We ask you to be considerate of our neighbors and not to park in random places or in front of private properties.
Yes. The festival will accept cash, credit and debit cards. We recommend that you bring some cash just in case.
A children's area with games, workshops and various activities will be specially built for the festival. Our eco-friendly playground, built especially by Katerica.bg, will also be available.
Of course! Everyone is welcome.

Please keep pets on a leash at all times and never leave them unattended.
Bringing food and drinks from outside is strictly prohibited.

We have made sure that the festival has a wide selection of food and drinks for every taste.
Various temptations await you in our food court.

Chilli Hills Food Truck will be offering its wings, fries, hot dogs and cheesesteaks.

Expect information soon about what we have prepared as well as suggestions for snacks.
No. Most of the food is not spicy unless you want to add some spice to your order. There will be a wide selection of hot sauces and toppings available for those who like more heat.
Yes. There will be tables and chairs for dining, poufs and lounge chairs in the festival area.

If you prefer to lie on the grass, you can bring a blanket.
In case of extreme weather conditions, the Organizer may cancel the festival, and information about purchased tickets in this case will be published in a timely manner on the official festival channels.
Yes. Medical assistance will be provided at the festival.
If you have a food allergy or intolerance, please inform the employee when ordering and ask about the composition of the specific dish.
Follow the official Sofia Chilli Fest channels and the Facebook event for up-to-date information, program changes, and important announcements before and during the festival.
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