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The 2024 Mac & Cheese Festival is March 10 in Destin, get tickets now

Niceville.comJanuary 7, 20242 Mins Read
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The Annual Mac & Cheese Festival benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast. (Contributed)

DESTIN, Fla. – The 2024 Mac & Cheese Festival is coming to Destin Commons in March.

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast has announced its 6th Annual Mac & Cheese Festival will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The wildly popular event, hosted by Destin Commons and presented by Cox Media, promises a family-friendly atmosphere featuring an array of gourmet, chef-inspired variations of the classic Southern comfort food.

Local culinary talents from various restaurants will showcase their unique takes on macaroni and cheese at the annual festival, vying for accolades in three categories: Judge’s Choice Award, People’s Choice Award, and Kid’s Choice Award.

Attendees sample each entry and cast their votes, contributing to a good cause while indulging in a foodie favorite.

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The festival’s proceeds directly benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast, a local non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing and developing local youth through programs focused on academic achievement, character building, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

Ticket Information:

VIC (Very Important Cheese): $50
Includes unlimited food samples, 1 beverage ticket, and a t-shirt.

Adult General Admission: $30
Includes unlimited food samples.

Children General Admission: $20
For kids ages 5–16, it includes unlimited food samples.

Tickets are available for purchase through Eventbrite and the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast Facebook page.

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For restaurants, food trucks, and catering companies interested in participating or sponsoring, and for volunteer opportunities, please contact Crystal Mayes at cmayes@bgcec.com.

Destin Commons is at 4100 Legendary Drive, Destin, FL 32541.

Close-up of a small, hand-held sample of macaroni & cheese (in a plastic container with a plastic fork) with the festival in the background
The annual Mac & Cheese Festival is at Destin Commons. (Contributed)
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