About Us
The Beaver Dam Pepper Festival is a September celebration honoring the historic Hungarian heirloom Beaver Dam pepper, first brought to the area by Hungarian immigrants in 1912. This family-friendly festival features pepper-inspired foods like brats, chili, cheese, pies, pancakes, and craft beer, plus live music, kids’ activities, vendors, and local culture. Dedicated to preserving agricultural heritage, the festival celebrates the people, flavors, and traditions that make Beaver Dam, Wisconsin unique. Dates are announced annually.
