SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Get ready for the ultimate comfort food celebration to take over the ballpark as Indiana's Mac and Cheese Festival: The Big Melt returns for 2026.

The event takes place on May 23 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Four Winds Field, home of the South Bend Cubs. Tickets can be purchased in advance on their website with different levels of "cheesy goodness" that come with swag and keepsakes as well as tasting and samples.

With tons of vendors and entertainment, this year's festival is packed with fun for everyone. You can find the full list here.