April 11–12, 2026

THE BIG CHEESE FESTIVAL

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Connecticut… are you ready to get CHEESY?!

The Big Cheese Festival is taking over the Lebanon Fairgrounds for TWO massive days of melty, gooey, over-the-top CHEESE EVERYTHING — and you’re invited.

This is not just a food event...
This is a full-blown CHEESE CELEBRATION!

What to Expect:

  • Gourmet grilled cheese creations
  • Cheesy food trucks & specialty vendors
  • Massive mac & cheese, cheese fries & more
  • Live bands all weekend
  • DJ bringing the party vibes
  • Live food demonstrations
  • Epic eating contests
  • Kids Funtastic Land
  • Family fun, shopping & nonstop entertainment

If it melts… stretches… drips… or smothers something in deliciousness — it’ll be here.

Bring your friends.
Bring your family.
Bring your stretchy pants.

Perfect for photos
Perfect for foodies
Perfect for a spring day out
Perfect for anyone who believes cheese makes life better

Mark your calendar.
Tag your cheese-loving crew.
And get ready for Connecticut’s cheesiest weekend of 2026.

Because this April…
 YOU are the Big Cheese!

Admission

FREE
Location Lebanon Fairgrounds

122 Mack Road
Lebanon CT, 06249

Times
Saturday, April 11 (11am - 7pm); Sunday, April 12 (11am - 6pm)