This Suburban Event Offers Unlimited Mac And Cheese Tastings

WHEATON, IL — Ticket sales are underway for the 2026 Downtown Wheaton Mac Fest. The festival, set for May 16, features unlimited samples of macaroni and cheese, live music and specials at local shops.

Area restaurants will bring their best cheesy macaroni concoctions to the festival for a chance to win the title of The Big Cheese. The winner will be chosen based on the votes of festivalgoers.

Judges will choose which restaurant wins their Nifty Noodle distinction.

The Prissilla's will perform live music during the festival.

Tickets are $25 per person and include unlimited tastings of macaroni and cheese. Friends of Downtown Wheaton get a discounted entry fee of $20.

The event takes place from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and attendees can check in from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Front Street "W" Tent.

Follow the link to buy tickets for the 2026 Mac Fest.