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Do you consider yourself to be a devoted fan of mac and cheese? Or perhaps you’re enthusiastic about Norfolk’s iconic culinary scene? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you owe it to yourself to experience the first-ever Norfolk Mac & Cheese Festival, scheduled for September 30 and October 1, 2023. The event will take place at the picturesque Waterside District and will showcase the area’s best food trucks and restaurants in one cheesy celebration — the largest of its kind in all of Virginia. You can go ahead and purchase your tickets to this amazing Virginia food festival!
Attention, all foodies! There's a festival in the works that promises to delight mac & cheese enthusiasts of all kinds.
The Norfolk Mac & Cheese Festival is a day-long celebration of all things cheesy and delicious. Prepare to be amazed as you sample the offerings from over 15 different restaurants and food truck vendors.
Sample over 40 different varieties, from peppery to spicy, garnished in breadcrumbs, buttery, and more. You might even be tempted to try a grilled mac & cheese sandwich.
Throughout the event, there will be an endless variety of fun and cheese-themed games and activities to enjoy. Live music, an ongoing baggo tournament, craft beer garden, and even a kids zone will ensure that everyone is entertained.
Feeling competitive? If so, you can sign up for a macaroni eating contest and eat as much mac & cheese as you possibly can in two minutes. As you might imagine, this challenge isn't for the faint of heart!
Each food vendor works on a voucher system. You'll exchange your food voucher for samples and easily reload at a designated booth whenever you need to.
And the best news of all? After sampling as many varieties as your heart desires, you'll be able to cast your vote for the best mac & cheese dish in each category: Best Tasting, Most Unique, and more!
So whether you consider yourself a mac & cheese aficionado or are looking for an unforgettable weekend to enjoy with friends and family, you’ll be glad you attended the iconic Norfolk Mac & Cheese Festival.
Do you think you’ll attend this incredible food festival in Virginia? Be sure to share your thoughts with us in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you. And don’t forget to grab your tickets now!
