Bacon Festival
Food Festival • Murfreesboro, TN
Celebrate all things bacon with creative bacon cuisine, cooking competitions, cooking demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. The last festival was held Nov. 2, 2024, at Sportscom.
Bacon Festival Quick Info
When
2026 date not announced
Last held Nov. 2, 2024
Time
Daytime event
Check schedule for hours
Where
Sportscom (2024)
2302 Memorial Blvd
Admission
Not announced
No 2026 festival scheduled
About the Bacon Festival
The Bacon Festival is Murfreesboro's unique celebration of bacon and bacon-themed cuisine. Its fifth annual edition was held Nov. 2, 2024, at Sportscom, bringing together local restaurants, food vendors, home cooks, and bacon enthusiasts to celebrate this beloved ingredient in creative and unexpected ways.
From bacon breakfast items and bacon-wrapped appetizers to bacon desserts and innovative bacon-inspired dishes, the festival showcases the versatility and popularity of bacon in modern cuisine. Local chefs and food artisans demonstrate cooking techniques and present original recipes highlighting bacon as a key ingredient and flavor component.
The festival features cooking competitions where participants compete in categories such as best bacon dish, most creative bacon dessert, and bacon-wrapped creations. Attendees can sample competition entries, vote for audience favorites, and purchase bacon-themed foods from vendors. The family-friendly atmosphere includes live entertainment, children's activities, and a celebration of Murfreesboro's growing food culture and culinary creativity.
What to Expect
Bacon Cuisine
Creative bacon-themed foods and dishes from local restaurants and food vendors. Bacon in both traditional and innovative culinary preparations.
Cooking Competitions
Bacon cooking competitions, demonstrations from local chefs, and tastings of competition entries. Judging and awards celebrate the best bacon creations.
Entertainment & Activities
Live music, entertainment, children's activities, games, and vendor booths celebrating bacon and Murfreesboro's local food scene.
Tips for the Bacon Festival
- •Arrive early to sample from vendors before items sell out
- •Bring cash for vendors and small food purchases
- •Wear comfortable walking shoes to explore all festival booths
- •Sample multiple vendors to compare different bacon preparations
- •Check schedules for cooking demonstrations and competition judging
- •Bring water and sunscreen for outdoor festival comfort
Murfreesboro's Food & Culinary Community
The Bacon Festival is one of several food-focused events showcasing Murfreesboro's vibrant culinary scene and food culture. The city features numerous restaurants, cafes, bakeries, food trucks, and vendors offering diverse cuisines and dining experiences. From casual eateries to upscale dining, Murfreesboro's restaurant scene continues to grow and diversify.
Beyond the Bacon Festival, the city hosts farmers markets, food truck events, the Peach Cobbler Festival, and seasonal culinary celebrations. For comprehensive information about dining and food events, visit our restaurants directory or check our events calendar for all food festivals and culinary happenings.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Bacon Festival in Murfreesboro?
No 2026 Murfreesboro Bacon Festival has been announced. The most recent confirmed festival was the fifth annual event on November 2, 2024, and the organizer's former website is no longer active.
Where is the Bacon Festival held in Murfreesboro?
The 2024 Murfreesboro Bacon Festival was held at Sportscom, the city recreation center at 2302 Memorial Boulevard. No future location has been announced.
Is the Bacon Festival free to attend?
Admission details have not been announced because no future Murfreesboro Bacon Festival has been scheduled. When a date is announced, OnlyInMurfreesboro will add it to the events calendar.
What kind of bacon food will be served at the festival?
The Bacon Festival features creative and diverse bacon-themed foods prepared by local restaurants, food vendors, and vendors. Offerings typically include bacon breakfast items, bacon-wrapped items, bacon desserts, bacon appetizers, and unique bacon-inspired dishes. Local chefs showcase innovative uses of bacon in both traditional and unexpected culinary creations.
Is the Bacon Festival family-friendly?
Yes, the Bacon Festival is designed as a family-friendly event. The celebration includes entertainment suitable for all ages, children's activities and games, food options for kids, and a community atmosphere welcoming families and groups. It is an inclusive event celebrating bacon and local food culture.
Will there be bacon cooking competitions or demonstrations?
The Bacon Festival typically features bacon cooking competitions, where chefs and home cooks compete in categories such as bacon-wrapped items, bacon desserts, and innovative bacon dishes. Cooking demonstrations from local chefs show techniques for preparing bacon in creative ways. Attendees can often taste competition entries and vote for audience favorites.