# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 02:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The sizzle returns on April 18th legendary Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival celebrates its 18th edition at the High Life Lounge & El Bait Shop!About this EventThe Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival is heading back to where it all began. Join us on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the iconic High Life Lounge & El Bait Shop for the 18th Annual celebration of all things bacon.From 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM, enjoy all-you-can-eat bacon from some of Iowa’s finest producers, seven bacon-inspired food creations, live music, and the legendary Bacon Eating Contest. Your ticket also includes an official festival T-shirt, commemorative koozie, and special drink perks throughout the event.This intimate, throwback edition of BaconFest is limited to just 250 tickets. If you love bacon, bold flavors, and a one-of-a-kind Des Moines tradition, this is the event for you.⸻Bacon-Inspired Food LineupA mix of returning favorites and new creations will be served festival-style throughout the venue, including:• Berkwood Farms Pork Burger• Fong’s Bacon Pizza Slice• Bacon Cotton Candy• Maple Bacon Donut• Pork Taco from BW Outdoors Pulled• Speciality Item from Chef Dom Ianarelli of Prime & Providence• Party Balls from JR’s Southpork Ranch• Unlimited Bacon⸻Schedule of Events11:00 AM – Doors OpenAll bacon samples and food stations available to ticket holders.12:00 PM – Live Acoustic Set by Owen JusticeA festival favorite returns for a special midday performance.1:30 PM – Bacon Eating ContestA high-stakes spectacle for true warriors of the hog.⸻Ticket Information$60 Admission Includes:• Official Festival T-Shirt• All-You-Can-Eat Bacon• 7 Bacon-Inspired Food Items• Koozie• Barn Town Free Beer as part of ticket perks• High Noon Specials throughout the event⸻About the Blue Ribbon Bacon FestivalFounded in Des Moines, Iowa, the Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival has become one of America’s most celebrated and flavorful events dedicated to all things bacon. Known for its over-the-top atmosphere, quirky traditions, and fierce loyalty to Iowa pork, the festival has expanded globally with editions in Japan, Iceland, and beyond — all while keeping its heart firmly rooted in the Midwest.The 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival marks a return to home turf, honoring the original spirit of community, creativity, and bacon-loving joy.Agenda🕑: 11:00 AMDoors openInfo: All bacon samples and food stations available to ticket holders.🕑: 12:00 PMLive Acoustic Set by Owen JusticeInfo: A festival favorite returns for a special midday performance.🕑: 01:30 PMBacon Eating ContestInfo: A high-stakes spectacle for true warriors of the hog.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/18th-blue-ribbon-bacon-festival/100001984323494990
- **Event Categories**: festivals, contests, music, entertainment, parties, live-music, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 70.48, max: 70.48, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Des Moines
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The High Life Lounge
- **lat**: 41.582896
- **long**: -93.618521
- **full address**: The High Life Lounge, 200 Southwest 2nd Street, Des Moines, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival being held?
  - **A:** 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 02:30 pm at The High Life Lounge, 200 Southwest 2nd Street, Des Moines, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival?
  - **A:** Tickets for 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival are priced at USD 70 per person. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 70 + USD 6 fee + USD 5 taxAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival?
  - **A:** 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival is organized by JR's SouthPork Ranch.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Des Moines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 18th Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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