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Best Of Austin® 2026 - Winners Revealed
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The 36th Annual Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival
Presented by Ardalan Injury Law

Sunday, August 30

3–9PM at Radio/East

3504 Montopolis Dr
Benefiting the Central Texas Food Bank
$20 Pre-sale • $25 At the Door
Plus Taxes & Fees • cashless only
The Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival Presented by Ardalan Injury Law returns on Sunday, August 30, 3–9pm bringing the heat to a new home at Radio/East!
Don’t miss Austin’s hottest tradition, benefiting the Central Texas Food Bank! Expect the same legendary heat with hundreds of hot sauce tastings, fiery goods for sale, cold drinks, live music, local food trucks and vendors, plus the festival’s signature Hot Sauce Competition and fan-favorite People’s Choice voting!
Part of all ticket proceeds benefit the Central Texas Food Bank!
Stay tuned for the Hot Sauce Festival music lineup, commemorative art, and merch.

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Join the fiery showdown for individuals, restaurants, and commercial bottlers. The judged competition takes place ahead of the festival, with winners announced live at the event. Email hotsauce@austinchronicle.com for more information.

Thank you to our sponsors Ardalan Injury Law, Trialmed, A-Team Home Services, Renewal by Anderson, and Sun Garden Shaved Ice.

Sponsorships are available! Email hotsauce@austinchronicle.com for more information.

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