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- calendar_today October 28, 2026
PA Bacon Fest Celebrates 15th Year in Downtown Easton
PA Bacon Fest will return to downtown Easton for its 15th annual celebration on Saturday, Nov. 7, and Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026. The free two-day food festival is set to run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, bringing together bacon lovers, families, and food enthusiasts for a lively celebration across several downtown streets.
Bacon Dishes and Featured Vendors
Attendees can look forward to a wide variety of bacon dishes from multiple bacon food vendors. JD's House of Bacon will serve bacon on a stick with six different glazes, bacon bratwurst, bacon jerky, and chocolate-covered bacon. Another standout, Bacon On A Stick, will offer 12-inch skewers of thick-cut, applewood-smoked bacon with dipping glazes, including hot honey and garlic parmesan. Food and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the event.
Unique Bacon Contests and Activities
The festival will feature an assortment of bacon contests and family-friendly activities. Highlights include the Swine Holding Competition, where participants compete to hold a piggy bank the longest without dropping it. Winners will receive a piggy bank filled with tokens to spend at the Easton Farmers' Market. The Swine Holding Competition is scheduled for 4 p.m. on both days at the farmers' market stage near North Second and Northampton streets.
Noon at the same stage will host a pet costume contest, followed by bacon bingo at 2 p.m. Family activities like face painting and slime making will also take place throughout the weekend, making this a true family event.
Live Music and Special Performances
Live music will feature throughout the weekend, with performances on several stages downtown. Scheduled musical acts include The Jack Moves on Saturday and The Keystone Breakers on Sunday. Additionally, on Saturday, DJ Chef will bring a unique demonstration that combines cooking and music at 12:45 p.m. A full schedule of performances and activities is available on the festival’s website.
Event Details and Accessibility
PA Bacon Fest will go on rain or shine. While admission to this free festival is open to all, there will be charges for food, drinks, and parking. Paid parking is available in downtown lots and at shuttle sites, though festival organizers note that shuttle buses do not have wheelchair lifts. Additional information about parking and accessibility can be found on the PA Bacon Fest website.
Festival Quick Facts
- Dates: Saturday, Nov. 7 & Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
- Times: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. both days
- Location: Downtown Easton, Centered around Centre Square, Easton, PA 18042
- Admission: Free
- Activities: Food vendors, live music, competitions, pet costume contest, bacon bingo, family activities
- More Information: PA Bacon Fest
Be Part of November's Bacon Festival Tradition
PA Bacon Fest stands out among November events for its tribute to all things bacon and its bustling, festive atmosphere. Whether you're drawn by the savory bacon dishes, the quirky contests, or the live music, the festival promises something for everyone in downtown Easton.
Source: phillyvoice.com.
