Food

From banana pudding to Moon Pies, a map of TN’s food festivals

Use this map to plan your Tennessee foodie adventures this spring, summer, and fall.

April 1, 2025 • 
Dylan Aycock
A large, round chocolate Moon Pie with icing shaped like a crescent moon and text reading “RC and Moon Pie.”

Watch the parade, sip on some RC Cola, and have a slice of the World’s Largest MoonPie made just for the festival. | Photo via Tennessee Tourism

Have you ever wished your favorite food or drink had its own festival? If it’s banana pudding, cornbread, or SunDrop, you’re in luck because Tennessee’s home to festivals celebrating these classics and more. Before you buckle up for a foodie road trip, here’s a look at some regional highlights:

Ready to keep exploring? Check out the map below (or click here) to discover more festivals across Tennessee’s three regions. From there, click on each food or drink marker for dates and locations.

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