Outlier Events, the visionary team behind fan-favorite events like the Tots & Taps Festival, Taco & Tequila Festival, and Donut & Beer Festival, is excited to announce the first ever Grilled Cheese Festival coming to Kalamazoo this summer, presented by Honor Credit Union. 

Michigan’s Grilled Cheese Festival presented by Honor Credit Union will take place on Saturday, July 26th, from 3pm to 8pm at Homer Stryker Field—the home of the Kalamazoo Growlers. The event will feature over 30 unique and local grilled cheese offerings, complemented by 100+ beer, cider, and seltzer selections.

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Fans can enjoy food & drink samples plus an afternoon of over the top entertainment. Interactive activities include activities at Michigan’s Grilled Cheese Festival include a Grilled Cheese Eating Contest, a Dad Dance Crew, World Record Flip Cup Attempt, and the World's Largest Bowl of Tomato Soup.

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WORLD’S LARGEST bowl of tomato soup?! Yup, you read that right. the WORLD’S LARGEST bowl of tomato soup.

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Kids can enjoy the kids zone, inflatables, yard games, and more. One kid under the age of 13 will be selected to be the honorary Kid Judge. The Kid Judge will sample grilled cheese from the festival’s best vendors, share their thoughts, and help decide who takes home the title of Michigan’s Best Grilled Cheese.

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VIP Tickets include early admission to the event and a festival gift. All tickets offer food & drink sampling tokens included. 

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Priority List tickets go on sale Thursday, May 15th at 10am - join the priority list below for first access to tickets and updates on this highly anticipated event.

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Don't wait - tickets are expected to sell out fast!