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Calling All Culinary Creatives: Be Part of Peterborough’s Cheesiest Event! -

Join us for the Mac & Cheese Festival Grand Finale on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Quaker Foods City Square, downtown Peterborough, for a day of cheesy creations, live music, and community fun!

We are excited to open vendor applications for the Grand Finale Event of the 2026 Mac & Cheese Festival! This signature event brings together food lovers from across the city to celebrate creativity, flavour, and the ultimate comfort food.

Why Participate?

  • Showcase your unique (or classic) take on mac & cheese to an engaged, foodie audience!

  • Compete for the Judge’s Choice Award and join the excitement of the festival finale.

  • Connect with the community and other downtown businesses in a lively, festive atmosphere.

  • Be featured in festival promotions across social media, paid advertising, and local media outlets.

Event Details:

  • Date: Friday, April 25, 2026

  • Time: (TBD)

  • Location: Quaker Foods City Square, 215 Charlotte Street, Downtown Peterborough

  • Live Entertainment: Local bands performing throughout the day – live entertainment schedule TBD

  • Food & Drink: Beer garden featuring local breweries, sweets, and beverages

Who Can Apply:

  • Priority is given to downtown Peterborough businesses, but we welcome applications from other local vendors for this special finale event.

  • Open to restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and culinary creatives with a passion for mac & cheese.

How to Apply:

Click here to fill out the vendor application form  to be considered for the 2026 Grand Finale Event. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait! Applications will close on February 28 at 12:00AM. 

Join Us and Make It a Cheesy Celebration to Remember!

Whether your dish is classic, bold, or completely unexpected, we want to taste your creativity and share it with our community.

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Published By The Peterborough DBIA