3rd Annual Datil Fest - Free Attendance

Join us for the 3rd Annual Datil Fest on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 9 AM–6 PM at Riverfront Palatka! This FREE event celebrates Northeast Florida’s legendary Datil Pepper with amazing Datil-inspired food, the $35 Culinary Datil Tasting Experience Ticket, Datil Chef's Competition, the Amateur Datil Pepper Tasting Competition, live music with The Sauce Boss, ton of vendors, Datil Pepper products, and plenty of family-friendly fun. Come hungry, bring your friends and family, and celebrate the pepper that makes our region unique. SAVE THE DATE – HELP US SAVE THE DATIL!