Rocky Mountain Events
Breckenridge Hogfest Bacon & Bourbon
August 28–30, 2026
Presented by Sazerac and Weller
Breckenridge Hogfest
Bacon & Bourbon, what else do you need?
These indulgences come together for Breckenridge Hogfest. Explore allocated and hard-to-find bourbons with Master Distillers displaying premium whiskeys, single malt scotches, and barrel-aged spirits.
Meat connoisseurs will taste their way through a spectrum of delicious pork dishes from local food vendors. Our golden rule: feature the best of the best to the brownest of the brown.
Looking to sample Pappy Van Winkle and William Larue? Those and other rare bourbons will be available for VIP ticket holders.
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The VIP Experience
Inside the VIP Lounge
The VIP Hospitality Lounge is where the real discovery happens. Limited to VIP ticket holders, it's an intimate space for serious bourbon conversation, rare pours, and elevated bites.
- Pappy Van Winkle and Sazerac Antique Collection pours
- Bourbon Tasting Seminar with Anthony Hinojos, Sazerac
- Food buffet in the VIP Lounge, 12:30–5pm
- Early Grand Tasting access at 1pm, one hour before public
- Commemorative Hogfest tasting glass
Bourbon Expert
Meet the Pairing Dinner Guide
Anthony Hinojos
Luxury Portfolio Manager, Sazerac
With over 15 years of experience behind the bar and on the road, Anthony Hinojos has carved out a career at the intersection of craftsmanship and luxury. From award-winning cocktail programs to managing top-tier spirits portfolios across the U.S., his deep knowledge of whiskey and premium spirits is rooted in hands-on experience and global perspective.
Anthony will be on-hand throughout the VIP experience to guide guests through the tasting seminar, sharing the stories, history, and craft behind each pour.
Live Entertainment
2026 Live Music
Two stages, two sounds — Americana strings and high-energy DJ sets all afternoon Saturday.
Grass It Up
Main Street Station Stage • 2:30–5:30pm
Steeped in American music traditions, Grass It Up has shaped a unique brand of Americana expressing life in today's American West. Producing original music since 2005, celebrating their 6th full-length album Borrowed Time. They've warmed up stages for the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and the Yonder Mountain String Band.
DJ NME1
Village at Breckenridge Plaza • 2:00–6:00pm
Mike Emery (DJ NME1) has been shaping sound since the cassette era. He's shared stages with Flava Flav, Macklemore, and Slightly Stoopid, with over 1,000 events and radio mixes on KSMT 102.1 FM. High-energy sets blending turntablism, visuals, and crowd-driven vibes.
Good to Know
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Thank You
Our Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors: Main Street Station Plaza, The Village at Breckenridge, Timberline Disposal, Vacasa, The Colorado Sun, Hyatt Residence Club, the Merchants of Main Street Station, Sauce on the Maggie, Quandary Tequila Bistro, and All Events & Catering.
Getting Here
Transportation Information
Within Breckenridge
The Town's FREE RIDE provides public transportation throughout Breckenridge. No parking stress.
From Summit County
Check the Summit Stage schedule for service from Frisco, Silverthorne, or Dillon.
From Denver
Plan your I-70 drive with real-time road and traffic resources at GOI-70.
Parking
Find Town of Breckenridge parking information for lots and garage locations.
Get Involved
Help at Breckenridge Food & Wine
Shifts run from 12:30–6pm on Saturday. TIPS certified helpers especially needed!
Rocky Mountain Events is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation. Contact us at least ten business days in advance to request accommodation.