Wellington Bacon & Bourbon Festival
Community Center & Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd. Wellington, FL 33414
A Culinary Journey with a Pig and a Barrel
Everything is better with bacon! And when paired with an eclectic array of over 40 American bourbons and whiskeys for your tasting pleasure, then add in FREE admission, well . . . what’s not to like?
“Pig-out” on a wide-ranging menu developed by local chefs exploring the boundaries of bacon and pork-related dishes, from comfort food just like mom used to make to somewhat insane and inspired concoctions, like bacon ice cream. Combine this with the flavors of well-aged bourbon and you have a match made in heaven. But just in case you can’t be tempted to partake of bourbon, Irish whiskey, rye, icy cold beer and a sampling of wine will be at the ready.
Eat, Drink & Be Merry
The Wellington Bacon & Bourbon Fest isn’t just about fabulous food and delightful drink. It’s more like an intimate BBQ with plenty of backyard games, Jenga, checkers and even infamous pig races. Learn about the distiller’s art with tastings and seminars, sample amazing pork and farm-to-table dishes, and dance to live music guaranteed to “rock your bacon”.
Be an Insider
Now that you’ve “pigged-out,” how about some “horsing around” in Wellington, the equestrian capital of Florida? In addition to events like Polo Season and the Winter Equestrian Festival going on, this quaint village also offers plenty of retail therapy. Or, take the short trip to Lion Country Safari, where animals get to roam free while you stay inside your car. Don’t forget to post a selfie with one of the many exotic animals you’ll find on your adventures into this wilderness park.