2027 MO Mac & Cheese Fest

OACAC’s 7th Annual MO Mac & Cheese Fest, presented by Schreiber Foods, returns on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2027 from 11:30am* – 2:30pm at the University Plaza Convention Center, 333 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway in Springfield.

The MO Mac & Cheese Fest brings fans together to enjoy a wide range of delicious mac & cheese dishes. From classic mac to creative, out of the box mac and cheese, we’ll have a great selection for guests to try. With delicious samples, live music from Luce Cannons, and more, this is a FUN event for all ages.

Do you love mac & cheese THE MOST? Check out our VIP Exclusive Mac & Cheese Experiences! Perfect for the biggest mac & cheese fans, this experience includes VIP only access at 11:00am, reserved seating, a festival t-shirt, and more!

TICKETS: Tickets to this delicious event are on sale now! Click here.

VENDORS: Learn more about being a vendor at OACAC’s MO Mac & Cheese Fest here. Register as a vendor with your delicious mac & cheese or as a non-competitor (additional vendors), here.

SPONSORSHIP PARTNERS: Be part of something bigger than mac & cheese—help create a memorable event that raises critical funds to support local families and communities. Click here for details.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: It takes many hands to make this event a success! Give some time and receive a free event t-shirt, mac & cheese, and our undying gratitude for your help. Click here to sign up.

Questions? Contact Lindsey at (417) 873-3375 or [email protected]. We’d love to see you on January 23, 2027!