Good Times
Country Ham Show
Join the Trigg County Country Ham Show, a tradition that celebrates the pride and skill of local ham producers. From 7:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, you can see all the entries, and the winners will be announced at noon.
Location: Front Lawn of Bank of Cadiz
Carnival Rides & Games
You’ve gotta buckle up, folks! Sit back and watch the kids have a blast on these revamped old-school rides. Get tickets or an all-day pass, and let them enjoy all the spinning and flying they can handle. They’ll be sleeping soundly tonight, for sure!
Parents and couples, want to have a romantic time and win your significant other a giant stuffed animal? Here’s your chance! Even if it ends up collecting dust, it’s all about the fun. Test your skills at the games, try your hand at the challenges, and win some prizes. The more you play, the more you have to remember the day by!
Photos with Miss Triggy Piggy
More information coming soon.
Money in the Haystack
Kids rummage through hay to find cash and hidden treasures.
Country Ham & Biscuit Eating Contest
Contestants will compete to see who can eat the most ham and biscuits, with a $2,500 prize going to the winner’s charity of choice. Festival attendees will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite celebrity contestant.
Sponsor: Trigg County Chamber of Commerce
Location: Renaissance Stage
Kentucky's Largest Country Ham Biscuit 🐷
It wouldn’t be Ham Fest without a really BIG ham biscuit!
Measuring more than 10 feet wide, Kentucky’s Largest Country Ham Biscuit is one of the festival’s most beloved traditions. The community comes together early Saturday morning to bake this massive biscuit, fill it with country ham, and prepare it for festival-goers to enjoy.
The current oversized oven used to bake the biscuit was built especially for the festival in 1985 by Smith Broadbent III of Broadbent Hams, helping keep this one-of-a-kind Ham Fest tradition going for generations.
Come watch it all come together, then stick around for the best part: getting a taste!
Location: Renaissance Square
Street Vendors
Expect to find artisans, jewelry, furniture, crafts, jams and jellies, shirts, crochet animals, soaps, jerky, raffles, face painting, and more lined up along the streets. Find the cutest handmade gifts and the most delicious snacks in the many booths. There is something for everyone!
Live Music & Entertainment
The annual festival has long been a platform for both emerging local artists and established musicians. Over the years, well-known figures from rock and country genres have graced the event’s stage, delivering memorable performances. The festival consistently provides a space where up-and-coming and renowned musical talents can connect with the community.
Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show
Location: Cadiz Baptist Church Parking Lot
Download more info here.
Little River Canoe Race 🛶
An old Ham Fest favorite made its big return in 2025, and it’s back for the 50th!
Grab a partner and get ready to paddle your way down Little River in this two-person canoe race. Whether you’re racing for the prizes, the bragging rights, or just the adventure, it’s a Ham Fest tradition worth jumping back into.
Saturday | Two-person teams
Canoes and transportation to the starting point are provided.
Location: Meet at the West Cadiz Park boat ramp.
Sponsored by Cadiz-Trigg County Parks & Recreation
Hog Callin' Contest 🐷📣
Sooooo-eeee! Think you’ve got a hog call that can turn some heads?
It’s not Ham Fest without a little hog callin’! Step up to the mic, take a deep breath and give us your very best squeal, holler or hog call.
With kids and adult categories, everyone can get in on the fun. Bring the volume, bring the personality and bring your best SOOOO-EEEE! for a chance at prizes and some serious Ham Fest bragging rights.
No hogs required. Just a really good set of lungs.
Location: Main Street Stage
Pedal Tractor Pulls 🚜
Think you’ve got the pedal power? Kids, teens and grown-ups of all ages can climb aboard and see just how far they can pull! Whether you’re competing for bragging rights or just giving it a try, the Pedal Tractor Pulls are pure Ham Fest fun.
Free to participate and open to all ages!
Sponsored by Veteran Drone Services.
Beard & Mullet Contests
Business in the front. Party in the back. Ham Fest all around.
Whether you’ve been rocking your mullet for years or decided the 50th Ham Fest was the perfect excuse to grow one, this is your moment!
Classic, curly, long, short or completely over the top, step up and show off your finest flow as contestants compete for Top Mullet honors.
Come for the competition. Stay for the bragging rights. 🐷
Sponsored by Trigg County Chamber of Commerce
Petting Zoo
Delight your children with the chance to get up close and personal with a bunch of farm animals. They can pet goats, listen to the quacks of ducks, observe playful piglets, see cows, and potentially even meet a cuddly llama. This interactive experience is sure to create cherished memories. Bring your family to the petting zoo and allow your children to bond with these lovable creatures.
Quilt Show
The Janice Mason Art Museum will host a beautiful showcase of handcrafted quilts, celebrating the artistry and heritage of Trigg County. For an entry fee of just one dollar, which benefits the Trigg County Quilter’s Guild, you can admire the intricate patterns and designs on display.
Location: Janice Mason Art Museum
4-H Exhibits
The Cadiz Baptist Church Annex will feature educational exhibits presented by Trigg County 4-H and the County Extension Office. These displays offer a look at various projects and programs that highlight the work of local youth and community development.
Location: Cadiz Baptist Church
Hamtastic Drawings
Make sure to stop by the Information Booth to get your free ticket for the Hamtastic Drawings. Drawings are held both Friday and Saturday at 5:00 p.m., but you must be present to win.
Sponsor: Bank of Cadiz & Trust Company
Location: Tickets at the Information Booth / Drawing at the Renaissance Stage
Demonstrations & Talks
ALL ABOUT THE HAM! 🐷
Ever wondered what it takes to cure a country ham or the best way to cook one at home? This is your chance to learn from folks who know their ham!
Trigg County Extension Agents, along with local 4-H students, will share the traditions and techniques behind curing a country ham. Learn how to take that country ham from cured to cooked, with practical tips for preparing and serving this Kentucky favorite.
Come with questions and leave knowing a whole lot more about the food that put the HAM in Ham Fest!
Parade
Sunday, October 2nd at 2:00 p.m.
Downtown Cadiz
If you would like be in the parade, you can register online here, or download this PDF and bring it to the Cadiz City Hall or Cadiz-Trigg County Tourism.
