Ellijay Bacon Fest

10/23/2026

Recap of the 2026 Ellijay Bacon Fest! Watch until the end to see which vendors took home trophies! See you in 2027!
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09/29/2026

During event breakdown and clean up a sweater and small purse were found. If they belong to you - please reach out and describe them correctly so I know they are yours.

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09/28/2026

And our Traeger Smoker raffle winner is.......

09/28/2026

Omigoodness! What an amazing day today at The Ellijay Bacon Fest! Here are just a few photos. The weather was perfect and so were the crowds. I want to thank EVERYONE who contributed to this event to help The Gilmer Community Food Pantry - Nonprofit. From our volunteers, food vendors, arts/crafts vendors, sponsors, The Boy Scouts for managing the parking, the musicians and of course all the lovely people who came out and enjoyed a day full of delicious food! Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts! You all made this a huge success! See y'all next year!

09/26/2026

TOMORROW!!!!!!!!!

09/26/2026

Super, fantastic local talent on stage for you!! The weather will be perfect so bring a camping chair and grab a front row to see your favorite artist at Ellijay Bacon Fest!
TOMORROW! Sunday, Sep 27th at the Gilmer River Park! Benefitting The Gilmer Community Food Pantry - Nonprofit

09/25/2026

Our food vendors are competing for your vote! So don't forget to stop by the Destination Bacon booth (Booth #6) to complete your ballot and cast your vote for your favorite!!
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09/24/2026

And the deliciousness keeps on comin'! Be sure to stop by Smoke Street Grill's food truck to try all of their smokey goodness! This event benefits The Gilmer Community Food Pantry - Nonprofit, so please come on out and support the cause!
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09/23/2026

Our 2026 merch came in today! "Life is short..eat the bacon" is on the back of each shirt. Ellijay Bacon Fest logo on the front. New this year - bacon fest hats! All come in assorted colors. $20 each. Stop by The Destination Bacon booth - Booth #6 to buy your merch. Limited supply! Proceeds go to The Gilmer Community Food Pantry - Nonprofit!!

09/22/2026

Feast your eyes upon more bacon inspired dishes from Rally Point Grille Ellijay GA! Ellijay Bacon Fest is THIS Sunday! So come on out and and enjoy fantastic music, tasty food and drink, shop arts & crafts booths and take in that fresh mountain air. The weather looks to be AMAZING. Happy Fall y'all!
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