Posted on 5/21/2025 by Alyssa Schnarsky

Sizzle into Summer- The Bacon and Bourbon Festival Returns to Keystone

Get ready for a weekend of pure indulgence - we are just one month out from the kickoff of summer festival season at Keystone! The Keystone Bacon & Bourbon Festival is back for 2025, and SummitCove Vacation Lodging is your perfect basecamp for this savory celebration. Mark your calendars for June 21st and 22nd, 2025, and prepare for a mouthwatering mountain getaway filled with bacon-infused delights, smooth bourbon tastings, and live music that will keep you grooving all weekend long.

Bacon Bliss in the Rockies
Imagine strolling through River Run Village, the enticing aroma of sizzling bacon filling the air. This isn't just any bacon – it's a culinary adventure! From crispy bacon strips to creative bacon-inspired dishes, you'll find a bacon creation to satisfy every craving. Pair your savory bites with a selection of top-notch bourbons, carefully curated for a perfect flavor harmony.

More Than Just Bacon & Bourbon:

The Keystone Bacon & Bourbon Festival is a feast for all the senses! Here's a taste of what awaits:

  • Live Music: Get ready to dance! The festival features free live music across multiple stages, with bands playing everything from rock and blues to country and funk. The ever-popular headliner, Hell’s Belles will be there to shake you all weekend long, playing on both Saturday AND Sunday afternoons!

  • Camp Bacon: Fun for the whole family! Camp Bacon offers a dedicated kid zone with crafts, face painting, photo booth and even a "Cave of Confusion." Don't miss the chance for your little ones to earn their very own "Bacon Diploma"! This is a family friendly event for all ages! 

  • Bacon Strip Tasting & Delectable Bacon-Themed Cuisines: Bacon purveyors will be on hand offer up bacon strip samples all weekend, or fill up on tasty sample dishes like bacon-wrapped grilled shrimp or pork belly mac-n-cheese.

  • Bacon Eating Contests: Witness (or participate in!) the hilarious and competitive bacon-eating contests.

  • Bourbon Seminars: Expand your bourbon knowledge with informative and engaging seminars led by experts.

  • Vendor Village: Browse unique merchandise and crafts from a variety of vendors.

Your SummitCove Festival Getaway

SummitCove Vacation Lodging offers the perfect accommodations for your Bacon & Bourbon Festival weekend. Choose from a wide selection of condos and townhomes, many featuring:

  • Fully Equipped Kitchens: Perfect for preparing your own bacon-themed breakfasts!

  • Private Balconies/Patios: Relax and enjoy the mountain views after a day of feasting and fun. Book early to secure a condo that has a view of the festival!

  • Spacious Living Areas: Unwind with friends and family after a day of fun at the festival!

  • Convenient Access: Many of our properties are within walking distance or a short shuttle ride to River Run Village, where the festival takes place.

Don't Miss Out!

The Keystone Bacon & Bourbon Festival is just the beginning of an epic summer season at Keystone, and SummitCove Vacation Lodging is your key to an unforgettable experience. Book your Keystone Summer Festival stay now at with SummitCove Lodging and get ready for a weekend of bacon, bourbon, and mountain memories! We'll see you there!



About The Author
Alyssa Schnarsky

Alyssa Schnarsky is the Marketing Director at SummitCove Vacation Lodging in Keystone and has worked in the vacation lodging industry for over 15 years. When she's not delivering exceptional content on all-things Keystone, you can find her hiking in the mountains, skiing the trees, enjoying a live concert, spending time with her tuxedo cat or planning her next adventure.

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