All Aboard the Bacon Boat - Bacon Festival 2025

Sat, 03 May, 2025 at 12:00 pm UTC-05:00

3000 E Grand Ave. , Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50317 | Des Moines

Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival
Publisher/HostBlue Ribbon Bacon Festival
All Aboard the Bacon Boat - Bacon Festival 2025
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The 17th Annual Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival - The Bacon Boat 🥓🚢
Ahoy, bacon lovers! 🚢 The Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival is back for its 17th year with this year’s theme: The Bacon Boat! Join us for a day full of unlimited bacon samples, sizzling bacon-themed dishes, refreshing drinks, and smooth yacht rock vibes. 🎶🥓
Headlining the main stage is Yachty by Nature, bringing their signature yacht rock grooves to the heart of Iowa. Other live performances, bacon contests, interactive activities, and surprises will keep you entertained all day long!
📍 When and Where:
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 12-6pm
Agricultural Building, Iowa State Fairgrounds
🎟️ Tickets:
General Admission and VIP options are available now! Don’t wait—grab your tickets before they’re gone!
👉 Get tickets at BlueRibbonBaconFestival.com/tickets
Let the bacon waves roll, and we’ll see you on The Bacon Boat! 🌊🥓
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