Things To Do
Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show
Location: Cadiz Baptist Church Parking Lot
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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!
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
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
Photos with Miss Triggy Piggy
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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
The community brings this massive biscuit to life each year. The baking starts bright and early on Saturday morning. By 11am, volunteers have divided the giant biscuit into servings, ready for festival-goers to savor. Don’t miss this giant community bake that fills downtown with the smell of fresh country ham and biscuits!
Sponsor: The Way Christian Youth Center
Location: Bank of Cadiz Parking Lot
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.
Beard & Mullet Contests
The time has come for those with the most magnificent facial hair and the most daring hairstyles to step into the spotlight! Do you possess a beard that could rival the most seasoned lumberjack? Or perhaps you’ve cultivated a mullet that would make Billy Ray Cyrus green with envy? If so, then this contest is your chance to shine!
We invite all those with impressive facial hair and daring hairstyles to showcase their unique style and compete for the title of “Top Mullet” and “Top Beard.”
NEW! Decades of Style Contest
Get ready to show off your best fashion from the 1950s all the way to today in the new Decades of Style Contest. Whether you channel retro chic or modern trends, this is your chance to step back in time and flaunt your style.
Canoe Race
Grab a partner and get ready for the Little River Canoe Race on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Two-person teams will paddle their way down the river for a chance to win prizes and bragging rights, with canoes and transportation to the starting point provided.
Location: Meet at West Cadiz Park boat ramp
Hog Callin' Contest
Get ready to show off your vocal skills at the Hog Calling Contest on Saturday, October 11, at 4:00 p.m. There will be categories for both kids and adults, with prizes awarded for the loudest and most convincing calls.
Location: Renaissance Stage
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
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
Pedal Tractor Pulls
Fun competition for kids of all ages!
Demonstrations & Talks
Learn the traditional art of curing country ham with Trigg County Home Extension Agent Chelsey Redd and other local experts. Following the demonstration, stick around for a cooking class led by Josh Poling, owner of Broadbent B&B Foods, who will share tips and techniques for preparing one of Kentucky’s favorite delicacies.
