Overview
MORE THAN JUST A HOT NIGHT
The Rocklands Hot Sauce Contest & Pig Roast brings together friends, families, firefighters, and hot sauce fanatics for a night of great food, friendly competition, and a whole lot of heat.
Every ticket, donation, and fiery spoonful helps support the D.C. Firefighters Burn Foundation and the year-round programs that serve burn survivors and their families throughout recovery.
Event Details
Get Ready to Spice Up Your October!
Thursday, October 1, 2026 | Rocklands Arlington | 5:00 - 7:00 P.M.
All proceeds benefit the D.C. Firefighters Burn Foundation
Join us for one of the hottest (and tastiest) nights in D.C.—a bold, smoky, family-friendly evening supporting the D.C. Firefighters Burn Foundation.
🐷 What’s on the Menu?
All-you-can-eat Rockland's pulled pork and hearty sides
A selection of beer and wine
And the main event: the Hot Sauce Contest, where local sauce-makers battle it out for trophies and the coveted Judge's Winner & People’s Choice champion titles.
🌶️ Want to Compete?
Think your sauce has what it takes?
Only the first 25 entries will be accepted
Drop off 20 oz of labeled sauce by 4:30 PM on event day
Contestants must be present to win
Bring the Heat – Sign Up Now!
🚒 Fun for the Whole Family
This is a kid-friendly event!
Arlington Public Safety will be on site with a fire truck display courtesy of the Arlington Fire Department
Meet firefighters, check out the gear, and let the little ones explore while you enjoy great food and bold flavors.
Please note: By attending this event, you consent to photography, video, and audio recording as outlined in our Crowd Release/Notice of Filming and Photography. If you do not agree, please do not enter the event premises.
