Posted in North Carolina Events, Food & Dining February 20, 2023 by

The Largest Dessert Festival In The U.S. Is Coming To North Carolina This Year, And You’ll Want Tickets

The largest dessert festival in America is returning to Charlotte on August 26, 2023. Be a part of this delightful, sugary extravaganza — a chance to try more than 50 local desserts, and support vendors that you might even know. Watch as the best dessert creators vie for the title of Dessert Wars Champion, and be a part of the outcome.

This sweet event will take place from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the spacious Park Expo Center, where a crowd like this will descend.
Dessert Wars
VIP Entry is at 3:00 p.m. and costs $75.57 per person, which includes 50 sample tickets, and a "go-box" full of goodies. For the same price, get the "Sprinkle on Top-Gen Admission-4 Pack," with entry at 4:00 p.m. for four general admission tickets, 120 sample tickets, and four Dessert Wars T-shirts.
This is a chance to try some delicious food, get out and support some of your favorite bakers, or meet someone new.
Dessert Wars
General admission is at 4:00 p.m. and costs $52.83, which includes 30 sample tickets, and a goodie "go-box."
See some familiar sights, such as these lovely creations presented last year by Sadazia’s Sweet Bites.
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Or try something different like these gorgeous tacos by VALDITA Sweets-N-Treats, who also participated in last year's event.
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And in addition to the Judge's Choice Awards, you have a voice in this competition for the People's Choice Awards.
Dessert Wars
Last year, the top 3 Judge's Champion Awards went to @lifesabaatch, @chef_tays_creations, and @sweetmarygourmet.
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And the top 3 People's Choice Awards went to @alldispuddin, @sweetspoonbake, and @buttermilkskypieshop.

Are you ready to attend the largest dessert festival in Charlotte? If you go, please tell us who you voted for in the comments below. And while you’re there, see these 10 iconic places in The Queen City.

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Address: Park Expo Center, 2500 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205, USA