
Arthur Amish Country Cheese Festival
When:
September 5, 2026 to September 7, 2026
Where: Downtown Arthur, Arthur, Illinois, United States
Category: Food & Drink
Official Website:
http://www.arthurcheesefestival.com
Prepare your taste buds for the ultimate dairy celebration at the Arthur Amish Country Cheese Festival, where tens of thousands flock to Downtown Arthur for three massive days over Labor Day weekend. This vibrant gathering is packed with delightfully cheesy events, including the quirky International Cheese Curling Championships, the competitive National Cheese Eating Championships, and complimentary slices carved straight from massive 300-pound wheels of fresh cheddar. Beyond the dairy delights, the weekend is loaded with family-friendly fun in Artie’s Party Zone, featuring pony rides, inflatables, a kiddie tractor pull, live stage entertainment, and a bustling downtown street fair full of local crafts and delicious food. It is a fantastic celebration of Amish heritage, community spirit, and pure cheesy goodness that guarantees a gouda time for all ages.