Chilli Fest Willunga

Schedule

Sat Feb 21 2026 at 12:00 am to 06:00 pm

UTC+10:30

Location

Willunga Recreation Park | Mclaren Vale, SA

Advertisement
🌶️ Chilli Fest Willunga is back for its 8th year!
Get ready for a fun-filled weekend the whole family can enjoy — not just the chilli fanatics!
For the serious chilli-lovers, we’ve got over 20 stalls packed with fiery goodness — think chilli sauces, jams, condiments, dips, chips, and even chilli lollies. You can grab a new chilli plant to grow at home, pick up some hot cooking tips, and get expert gardening advice from local legends Sophie Thompson and Kim Syrus.
🔥 Don’t miss the SA Chilli Eating Championship hosted by Chilli Philli — it’s happening on Saturday at 2:00pm, and it’s always a crowd favourite!
New for 2026, we’re adding some extra spice with a chilli-themed Art Show and Hot Hat Competitions — with prizes up for grabs each day.
If you’re not that into chilli, don’t worry — there’s plenty for you too! Browse local artisan stalls featuring handmade knives, boards, jewellery, watercolours, and more. There’ll also be free kids’ activities, including face painting and henna art.
Then kick back, grab a drink, and chilli out in our green space while listening to awesome local musicians and enjoying some tasty food and local brews.
FAQs
1. Tickets at the gate CASH or CARD
2. Tickets online : https://usefull.com.au/event/chilli-fest-willunga
3. LOCATION: Willunga Recreation Park 5 Main Road Willunga
4. No Dogs Allowed - Service Dogs Exempt
5. Outside & Inside event, bring a hat & bags for your goodies
6. Chairs & tables available under the trees & marquees
7. Public Transport: bus stop right out front on Main Road Willunga.
8. Information via Adelaide Metro options are catch the train to Seaford and bus to Willunga Stop 97
9. Seaford bus #751 https://adelaidemetro.com.au/routes/751
10. Seaford bus #751W & Aldinga Bus #755 & Port Willunga Bus #756
11. Car parking and access to oval via Railway Tce Willunga
12. Food options: Tacos, Indian, Cheesy Street, vegan options plus icecreams for dessert
13. Beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee too, are available for purchase, plus water on tap
14. Entertainment: Local Live musicians
15. As this is a licenced event No BYO options
16. Variety of market stalls on site
17. This will be a Non-Smoking venue
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Willunga Recreation Park, 4-8 Aldinga Rd, Willunga SA 5172, Australia, Mclaren Vale

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
Chilli Fest Willunga

Host or Publisher Chilli Fest Willunga

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in McLaren Vale

Paint and Sip -'Cherry Blossom' at Magpie Springs Winery
Fri, 20 Feb at 08:00 am Paint and Sip -'Cherry Blossom' at Magpie Springs Winery

Magpie Springs - Gallery.Cellar Door.Vineyard

ART SIP-AND-PAINT
Harris Outdoor Movie Night - A FREE Community Event
Fri, 20 Feb at 08:30 am Harris Outdoor Movie Night - A FREE Community Event

McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre

ENTERTAINMENT
First Moon Circle - Menstrual Education and Celebration for Girls Aged 10-12
Sat, 21 Feb at 04:00 am First Moon Circle - Menstrual Education and Celebration for Girls Aged 10-12

Aldinga Beach

HEALTH-WELLNESS MEDITATION
Mark Probin - live and solo @ Kick Back Brewing
Sat, 21 Feb at 08:00 am Mark Probin - live and solo @ Kick Back Brewing

Kick Back Brewing

Michelle Shanti- Light of Your Truth EP Launch (Adelaide Fringe) -SOLD OUT!
Sat, 21 Feb at 08:30 am Michelle Shanti- Light of Your Truth EP Launch (Adelaide Fringe) -SOLD OUT!

McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
The MAC Band Fleetwood Mac Experience @ Woodstock Wines
Sat, 21 Feb at 02:00 pm The MAC Band Fleetwood Mac Experience @ Woodstock Wines

Woodstock Winery

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Judith's Walk No 9
Sat, 21 Feb at 09:00 pm Judith's Walk No 9

Willunga Rose Garden

Baz\u2019n\u2019Rach at Beach Rd Wines
Sun, 22 Feb at 02:00 am Baz’n’Rach at Beach Rd Wines

Beach Road Winery & Restaurant

Jewellery Workshop-Organic 999 Silver Ring Making with Stone
Sat, 12 Nov at 11:00 am Jewellery Workshop-Organic 999 Silver Ring Making with Stone

Fleurieu Arthouse

WORKSHOPS ART
Filter Masterclass
Mon, 21 Aug at 09:00 am Filter Masterclass

Dawn Patrol Coffee

ART
Grand Baxter (Vic) \/ Ryan Martin John (SA support)
Sat, 14 Feb at 09:30 am Grand Baxter (Vic) / Ryan Martin John (SA support)

9 Main street, Willunga

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Gluten Free - Pasta Like Nonna Makes
Sun, 15 Feb at 01:30 am Gluten Free - Pasta Like Nonna Makes

Chapel Hill Winery

WORKSHOPS FOOD-DRINKS
Paint and Sip -'Cherry Blossom' at Magpie Springs Winery
Fri, 20 Feb at 08:00 am Paint and Sip -'Cherry Blossom' at Magpie Springs Winery

Magpie Springs - Gallery.Cellar Door.Vineyard

ART SIP-AND-PAINT
Chilli Fest Willunga
Sat, 21 Feb at 12:00 am Chilli Fest Willunga

Willunga Recreation Park

ART FESTIVALS
Messy Church - February
Sun, 22 Feb at 06:00 am Messy Church - February

St Andrews Terrace, Willunga, SA, Australia, South Australia 5172

TRIPS-ADVENTURES ART
Kick Back Fringe Week
Sun, 01 Mar at 02:00 am Kick Back Fringe Week

11 Old Coach Rd, Aldinga, SA, Australia, South Australia 5173

MUSIC COMEDY
Sarah McLeod & Dallas Frasca \u2013 The Green Electric Tour
Thu, 05 Mar at 08:00 am Sarah McLeod & Dallas Frasca – The Green Electric Tour

Big Easy Radio

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
{McLaren Vale} Sarah McLeod & Dallas Frasca - The GREEN ELECTRIC Tour
Thu, 05 Mar at 09:00 am {McLaren Vale} Sarah McLeod & Dallas Frasca - The GREEN ELECTRIC Tour

90 Malpas Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171, Australia

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Adelaide Fringe at Berg Herring Wines - Wine Down, Fly High
Sat, 07 Mar at 02:00 am Adelaide Fringe at Berg Herring Wines - Wine Down, Fly High

Berg Herring Wines

ART FOOD-DRINKS
Family Picnic Farm Concert with Woody and Lizzie
Sat, 14 Mar at 07:30 am Family Picnic Farm Concert with Woody and Lizzie

Taylors Hill Rd, Willunga SA 5172, Australia

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT

What's Happening Next in McLaren Vale?

Discover McLaren Vale Events