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World Food Championships

The World’s Largest Food Sport Competition • October 16 - 19 • Indiana State Fairgrounds

Get ready to experience the ultimate food fight as the World Food Championships (WFC) returns to Indianapolis! This isn’t your typical food festival – it’s the world’s largest live cooking competition, where thousands of talented chefs, home cooks, and culinary teams from across the globe battle it out for the title of World Food Champion and their share of $450,000 in prize money.

From sizzling steaks and mouthwatering burgers to perfectly plated desserts, you’ll witness the best in Food Sport as competitors create their signature dishes live in Kitchen Arena. Enjoy incredible food tastings, watch celebrity chef demonstrations, and discover premium food experiences that will satisfy even the most sophisticated palates. With exciting entertainment, interactive sponsor activations, and flavors from around the world, WFC is a family-friendly event that truly has something for everyone.

Don’t miss your chance to see who will claim the coveted World Food Champion title and Taste Victory this October at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center! WFC... this is FOOD SPORT!

EVENT SCHEDULE
October 16 & 17: Opening Rounds • October 18 & 19: Final Rounds

HOURS
Thursday & Friday: 8AM-4PM

Saturday & Sunday: 8AM-7PM

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SELECT TICKETS + UPGRADES

SINGLE DAY, WEEKEND & PARKING PASSES

TASTE OF WFC PASSPORTS

SIZZLE PASS UPGRADES

Single Day & Weekend Admission

Ticket Details:

Access to ALL the activities happening inside the Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion, Blue Ribbon Pavilion, and the BBQ/Tailgate & Live Fire Zone!
This includes up close access to the world of Food Sport through Kitchen Arena and over 300 teams in action.
Tickets also include product samples from the "World of Chili", Al Frugoni Live Fire Experience, Future Products showcase, WFC Ag Zone, and MORE!
Ticket holders will also have access to countless culinary demonstrations, car show, kids' zone and Indiana Pacers Boomer and Freddy Fever mascot appearances
Live music and entertainment and meet & greet opportunities with celebrity chefs.

Children 5 & Under: FREE!

2025 World Food Championships-Saturday General Admission

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Oct 18, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Single Day General Admission ticket for Saturday, October 18, 2025.

10% Off-General Admission $26.00

25% Off-General Admission $23.00

General Admission $28.00

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2025 World Food Championships-Sunday General Admission

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Oct 19, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Single Day General Admission ticket for Sunday, October 19, 2025.

10% Off-General Admission $26.00

25% Off-General Admission $23.00

General Admission $28.00

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2025 World Food Championships-Weekend General Admission

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Oct 18 - Oct 19, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Weekend General Admission ticket for Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19, 2025.

10% Off-General Admission $45.00

25% Off-General Admission $35.00

General Admission $50.00

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2025 World Food Championships - Single Day Advance Parking Pass

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Oct 18 - Oct 19, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Single Day Parking Pass for either Saturday or Sunday, October 18 or 19, 2025.

Advance Parking $10.00

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2025 World Food Championships - Weekend Advance Parking Pass

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Oct 18 - Oct 19, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Weekend Parking Pass for the both Saturday and Sunday, October 18 and 19, 2025.

Advance Parking $20.00

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NEW! Friday night Kickoff Celebration: IGNITE!!

The IGNITE!! WFC Music and BBQ Kickoff Party will get the weekend started for WFC 2025!

Ticket Details:

Join the best BBQ teams in the world for a one-of-a-kind WFC barbecue event under the stars!
Come hungry and experience the best that BBQ has to offer with food samples, Live Fire and Grilling demonstrations featuring the legends of BBQ, and live entertainment.
Tickets also include access to beer tents, cornhole, and more tailgate games and activities!

2025 World Food Championships - Friday Night Kickoff Celebration: IGNITE!!

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Oct 17, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

IGNITE!! - the WFC Music and BBQ Kickoff Party. Valid for Friday, October 17, 2025.

10% Off-General Admission $50.00

25% Off-General Admission $45.00

General Admission $55.00

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Taste of WFC - Single Day & Weekend Pass

Upgrade to Taste of WFC: A Champion-inspired, premium experience hosted by Celebrity Chef Eric Greenspan

Package Details:

A daily passport entitles the ticket holder to a delicious assortment of ten (10) champion-inspired bites featuring local favorites and developed from past WFC award-winning recipes.

This private area will feature scheduled appearances from celebrity co-hosts (and friends!) conducting cooking demos and participating in interactive conversations.

Taste of WFC ticket holders may enter and leave as they wish to participate in the remainder of activities that WFC has to offer and catch all the action from Kitchen Arena.

Private photo opportunities and autograph signings will also be included in this bundle.

Hours of Operation:

Taste of WFC only open on Saturday and Sunday (Oct 18 & 19)

Noon - 5PM, with Sizzle Pass access from 11AM-Noon

2025 World Food Championships - Saturday Taste of WFC

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Oct 18, 2025

Single day admission to the Taste of WFC Premium Experience for Saturday, October 18, 2025.

10% Off-Taste of WFC $125.00

25% Off-Taste of WFC $105.00

Taste of WFC $135.00

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2025 World Food Championships - Sunday Taste of WFC

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Oct 19, 2025

Single day admission to the Taste of WFC Premium Experience for Sunday, October 19, 2025.

10% Off-Taste of WFC $125.00

25% Off-Taste of WFC $105.00

Taste of WFC $135.00

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2025 World Food Championships - Weekend Taste of WFC Passport

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Oct 18 - Oct 19, 2025

Weekend admission to the Taste of WFC Premium Experience for Saturday and Sunday, October 18 and 19, 2025.

10% Off-Taste of WFC $190.00

25% Off-Taste of WFC $160.00

Taste of WFC $210.00

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NEW! Taste of WFC Pass Upgrade: The Sizzle Pass

An experience that features "Mimosas, Bloody Mary's and Grilled Cheeses with Chef Greeny."

You must purchase the Taste of WFC Pass to be eligible to purchase The Sizzle Pass. The Sizzle Pass will be available as an add-on once Taste of WFC is added to your cart. This pass can NOT be purchased individually or paired with a General Admission ticket for entry.

Package Details:

“Sizzle Pass” tickets entitle the ticket holder for one hour of advance access to the Taste of WFC area, a special menu/demonstration with Chef Eric Greenspan featuring exclusive samples of his world-famous Gourmet Grilled Cheese creations (paired with choice of Mimosa or Bloody Mary), and a curated gift item. Limited tickets available!

Hours of Operation:

Taste of WFC only open on Saturday and Sunday (Oct 18 & 19)

Noon - 5PM, with Sizzle Pass access from 11AM-Noon