Bernie’s Wine & Liquors Bacon and Beer Festival

Saturday, March 5, 12-8:30 p.m.

Scheels Arena, 5225 31st Ave. S.

The Bacon and Beer Festival brings the region’s top eateries, pork purveyors and specialty craft brews together for a one-day event, which invites community members from all over the region to enjoy hours of sampling bacon-inspired dishes with carefully selected beer pairings. In addition to samples, there will be bacon- and beer-inspired games and workshops, mechanical pig riding and entertainment from Tom Peckscamp (VIP only) and the Moody River Band. The event features two VIP sessions, 12-1 p.m. and 5-6 p.m., and two general admission sessions, 1-3:30 p.m. and 6-8:30 p.m. This event is for those aged 21 and older.