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The Wisconsin Cheese Ball: A Night In Lights
Friday, September 26, 2025
$185
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
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The Wisconsin Cheese Ball: A Night in Lights will be the ultimate celebration of Wisconsin’s cheese culture. Join host Andrew Zimmern at the weekend’s marquee event to pay homage to Wisconsin’s Rock Stars as Wisconsin Cheese legends shine on the big stage.
Zimmern, an Emmy and James Beard Award-winning chef, television host, and cultural tastemaker, will guide guests through an evening of curated flavor, featuring local cheesemakers and spectacular entertainment. The Pork Tornadoes, a Midwest band known for electrifying live shows and high-energy covers, headline the event with DJ Shawna, official DJ of the Milwaukee Bucks, playing between sets.
Dance, drink, and rock the night away at Madison’s glammiest, glitziest music venue, The Sylvee. With every note, your cheese dreams will come to life!
The dress code is music gala glam with a generous side of cheese. Get your red carpet look ready to mingle, dance, and enjoy a whole lot of cheese.
*USE CODE CHEESEBALL50 for $50 off General Admission Tickets to the Wisconsin Cheese Ball
Upgrade to a VIP Wisconsin Cheese Ball ticket for exclusive access to:
- Early-access and meet-and-greet with Andrew Zimmern
- Suite seating with premier view of the main stage and programming
- Open bar including craft cocktails, mocktails, wine, and local brews
- Exclusive access to select artisan Wisconsin cheeses
- A premium Wisconsin Art of Cheese Festival swag bag
Limited VIP tickets are available.
**If you would like to upgrade your existing Wisconsin Cheese Ball ticket please email brie@artofcheesefestival.com
- 2 drink tickets
- Live entertainment with the Pork Tornadoes and DJ Shawna
- Immersive cheese encounters, including The Wisconsin Cheese Bar, The Cheese Tyromancer, and Sensory Cheese Experiences
- Photo moments
- Bites and appetizers