World Championship Dainty Contest + Festival

Join us for the 55th Annual World Championship Dainty Contest and Dainty Fest from Friday, July 25th through Monday, July 28th, 2025.

On Friday, we're kicking off a weekend of Dainty Celebrations with the second annual Dainty Silent Disco.

On Saturday, the 6th Annual Dainty FUNdraiser at The Merryweather will feature a cake wheel, live bands, drink specials, games, raffles and more!

Folks can enjoy a day full of family fun at Hauck’s Corner on Sunday’s Schnitzelburg Community Day! The day will start with a parade beginning at The Merryweather. Everyone is welcome to walk with us as we usher the infamous Dainty batting cage to its final destination at Hauck’s. The day includes food, live music, a dunk tank, face painting, a bologna sandwich eating contest, and our pickle juice chugging contest!

The festivities culminate on the last Monday in July, when crowds will gather on George Hauck Way for the 55th year to see who will be crowned the 2025 World Dainty Champion. Sign-ups are in person and begin at 4:30pm. Don’t be late!

Monday's event will feature the classic Dainty Contest, food trucks (including bologna sandwiches!), and a beer garden. SACC will sell merchandise to help fund community projects throughout the year.

All events except the Dainty Disco will feature the Dainty batting cage. It’s your chance to try your hand at Dainty and see just how much skill (er, luck) is involved. Note: Anyone over the age of 45 will be restricted from participating in the batting cage on Monday—it’s illegal!

We can’t wait to welcome you to the biggest and best Dainty yet!