All The Cheesy Details – Michigan Mac & Cheese Festival 2025

A date has been announced for Michigan's Mac & Cheese Festival.

Don't be fooled by wanna-be mac and cheese fests; this is Michigan's original and largest mac and cheese festival, featuring over 30 delicious dishes.

Did I mention you can pair your mac & cheese with beer? Here is everything you need about this one-day-only event.

When is the Michigan Mac & Cheese Festival?

The Michigan Mac & Cheese Festival is Saturday, June 14th, 2025.

Where is the Michigan Mac & Cheese Festival?

For the first time, the Michigan Mac & Cheese Festival will take place at Turtle Creek Stadium in Traverse City.

If you are planning on traveling for the event, I suggest booking your hotel stay ASAP.

What time is the Michigan Mac & Cheese Festival in Traverse City?

Hours of the Michian Mac & Cheese Festival are 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

How much are tickets for the Michigan Mac & Cheese Festival?

There are three ticket options,

If you join the priority list, you can purchase tickets on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025. General admission tickets go on sale Thursday, April 10th, 2025.

Please note, all sales are final - no refunds.

The festival will also feature live music, a Dad Dance Crew, and a World Record Flip Cup attempt. Kids 13 and under also have an opportunity to be an honorary kid judge and vote on who should be awarded the title of Michigan's best mac and cheese.

You can sign up your child here.

This event is sure to sell out, so plan accordingly. For additional information and updates, check out the official Michgian Mac & Cheese Festival website.