2024 Heart of America Hot Dog Festival

*All ticket sales are final. No refunds or rain checks on the day of the event. The event will NOT be rescheduled *

We’re GRILLIN’ & GROOVIN’ again at the 2024 Heart of America Hotdog Festival, presented by Hy-Vee, 3 pm-11 pm, Saturday, August 3rd in the Historic 18th and Vine Jazz District. The event features live entertainment, your favorite ballpark foods, local food trucks and more.

Created by the NLBM in 2013, the Hotdog Festival celebrates the historical connection between our national pastime and the All-America hotdog! Proceeds benefit the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM).

Don’t miss a sizzling musical lineup featuring live band concert performances by: STOKELY, MIDNIGHT STAR, JONATHAN BUTLER, DAZZ BAND, BROWNSTONE and more!

Festival gates open at 3:00 pm with performances beginning at 3:30 pm.

TICKET INFORMATION FOR 2024 ANNUAL HEART OF AMERICAN HOTDOG FESTIVAL.

• Advanced General Admission Tickets: $35 (now through July 15th)
  
• General Admission Tickets: $50 (after July 15th and day of Festival)
  
• Child Ticket $10: Tickets can be purchased the day of the festival. Children must be accompanied by an Adult with a paid admission.) - (6-12 yrs of age)
  
• VIP Experience (limited number of tickets available): $125 Includes premium VIP seating, festival gift, 2 complimentary hotdog, 2 complimentary cocktails, 1 complimentary bottle of water; access to VIP Bar.
  *VIP Experience Tickets WILL NOT BE SOLD THE DAY OF THE FESTIVAL*

For additional frequently asked questions regarding the festival please visit - www.nlbm.com/heart-of-america-hot-dog-festival/

The annual Heart of America Hot Dog Festival powered by the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is presented by Hy-Vee. Thanks to our sponsors and community partners.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Historic 18th and Vine District, Paseo Blvd, Kansas City, United States