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The Big Cheese

Late March

A two-day food and beverage festival celebrating Armstrong's culinary community in the heart of downtown.

The Big Cheese is the chamber’s flagship food and beverage festival. It brings producers, processors, chefs, buyers, and food lovers together in downtown Armstrong for a weekend of tastings, competitions, and community.

The festival showcases the craftsmanship and regional pride that define our local food culture. Expect public tastings, culinary competitions, hands-on workshops, and live programming throughout the festival footprint.

[SOURCE NEEDED] for founding year, attendance figures, and the full list of returning competitions.

Previous years

  • The Big Cheese 2025 · The 2025 Big Cheese Festival at Hassen Arena. Local food and beverage producers, vendor market, workshops, and the Ambassador's Dinner.