Ozarks Bacon Fest – a tribute to Bacon, Bourbon & Beer – is an exciting celebration of all things bacon, bourbon, and beer, returning for its 8th annual event on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex. This mouthwatering festival brings together the Ozarks’ top chefs, bacon lovers, and purveyors for an unforgettable experience.
Guests can indulge in a bacon-infused wonderland with a wide array of creative and delicious bacon snacks prepared by talented local chefs. National brands, artisan bacon-makers, and bacon purveyors will showcase and sample various bacon-inspired products, ensuring there’s something for every bacon enthusiast.
The event will also feature the craft beers, along with select spirits, giving attendees the chance to sample unique drinks paired perfectly with their bacon indulgence. And for those with an appetite for competition, the Bacon Eating Contest will test participants’ ability to devour bacon in a fun and thrilling challenge.
Whether you’re a bacon aficionado or just looking for a fun day filled with great food and drinks, the Ozarks Bacon Fest promises to be an event to remember.
This is a 21 and older ONLY event. You will be asked to show a photo ID to enter Ozarks Bacon Fest.
A $35 advanced ticket ($40 day of the event) admission ticket allows you samples of Bacon and bacon infused and inspired foods, local and regional beers and spirits. Shop local and regional companies that offer items to enhance your inner “foodie” – both in and out of the kitchen!
For the REAL Bacon LOVER there is a $50 VIP Pass. This allows entry into the event one hour before the doors open to the public and an Ozarks Bacon Fest t-shirt.
Ozarks Bacon Fest hours are as follows – 11am till 3pm – Saturday September 27, 2025.
Schedule of Events:
11am – VIP Doors OPEN
11am till NOON – VIP hour – Live Music by TBA
NOON – Regular Admission doors open
1pm till 1:30pm – Live Music from TBA
1:30pm till 2:00pm – Bacon Eating Contest
2:00 till 3pm – Live Music from TBA
3pm – the 8th Annual Ozarks Bacon Fest comes to an end
This is a 21 and older ONLY event. You will be asked to show a photo ID to enter Ozarks Bacon Fest.