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Get Pickled in Paradise: Big Dill Festival’s Tangy Extravaganza

IT’S A BIG DILL; the Alabama Fried Pickle Festival is back, bigger and brinier than ever. Taste classic dill pickles, crispy fried pickles, and inventive treats like pickle popcorn, pickle lemonade, and pickle cotton candy. Shop pickle-scented chapstick and body care, pickle-themed jewelry and tees, and enjoy savory favorites from pickle dogs to zesty salsas and dips.

With more than 200 craft and commercial vendors, nonstop live entertainment, family attractions, and outrageous pickle contests, this two-day celebration is a playful, flavor-packed highlight of the season for pickle lovers and curious snackers alike. Come hungry, expect surprises, and prepare to celebrate everything pickled.

Event Essentials

• When: October 25-26, 2025 • Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. CST.

• Where: Garrett Coliseum at the Alabama Fairgrounds, 1555 Federal Dr., Montgomery, AL.

• Admission: $10 at the gate; children 5 & under free; free parking for all attendees.

• Vendors: Shop more than 200 food, craft, and commercial vendors showcasing everything pickle; vendor applications available at TouchTheSkyEvents.com.

VIP Experience

• VIP Ticket: $25 grants exclusive early entry at 9:00 a.m. each festival day and includes a FREE Pickle Goody Bag.

• Limited availability: VIP tickets are strictly limited and sold only at the festival website: https://touchtheskyevents.com/events/alabama-fried-pickle-festival/.

• Perks of upgrading: Skip the lines, browse booths before the crowds, secure the best vendor finds, enjoy a more relaxed shopping experience, and take home exclusive swag in your goody bag.

Weekend Highlights and Family Fun

• Vendors and food: Over 175 vendor booths and a lineup of food trucks overflowing with inventive pickle creations, from savory snacks to sweet brined treats.

• Family fun: Kid‑friendly attractions include a petting zoo, pony rides, inflatable play zones, face painting, and a cheerful trackless train that winds through the grounds.

• Live entertainment: Stage acts and specialty performers keep the energy high, featuring unforgettable spectacles like Twiggy the water‑skiing squirrel and The Chainsaw Bunny.

• Activities and contests: Competitive thrills and hands‑on fun with games, giveaways, and two new crowd‑favorite contests: the Pickle‑Eating Contest and the Pickle‑Juice Drinking Contest.

• Shopper’s paradise: Nonstop pickle‑themed shopping for every age, plus unique artisanal finds, novelty gifts, and festival‑only items you won’t see anywhere else.

Contests and Special Guests

• Pickle‑Eating Contest - Saturday, 10:30 a.m: speed and stomachs tested in a messy, must‑see showdown.

• Pickle‑Juice Drinking Contest - Sunday, 1:00 p.m: brave competitors race to finish the briny brew.

• Contest rules & sign‑up: Participants must be 18+; register now at https://touchtheskyevents.com/contact-us/.

• Special guest: Social media favorite The Pickled Guy will showcase signature products, judge the contests, and meet fans throughout the weekend.

How to Participate

• Buy tickets: General admission available at the gate; VIP tickets and full event information at https://touchtheskyevents.com/events/alabama-fried-pickle-festival/.

• Vendor inquiries: Apply to vend at the festival at TouchTheSkyEvents.com.

• Contest sign-up: Register to compete in contests at https://touchtheskyevents.com/contact-us/.


Come hungry and bring the whole family for a weekend of crunchy, tangy, fried, and fabulous pickle fun; it’s a Big Dill you won’t want to miss.

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