We recommend the Bavarian Inn Lodge, a charming Bavarian-style resort nestled along the Cass River — right in the heart of Frankenmuth. With over 360 themed rooms, indoor pools, water slides, mini-golf, and family-friendly dining, it’s a destination on its own!

📍 Address: One Covered Bridge Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
🌐 Website: bavarianinn.com

Yes! Admission is completely free.
The event takes place alongside and behind the Cheese Haus, with a festive outdoor setup filled with vendors offering complimentary samples of cheese and other local goodies. Come hungry — you’re in for a treat!

Yes! Parking is free and easy to find.
You’ll find convenient parking spots behind or alongside the local businesses around the Cheese Haus and along Main Street. Just follow the signs and enjoy a short, easy walk to the event!

Introducing for the First Time at Cheese Palooza!
Join us for the debut of our exclusive Beer & Cheese Tasting Experience — a brand-new adventure pairing award-winning craft beers with artisan cheeses, led by our very own Cheese Ambassador, Mike Petermann.
This is the first time ever, and you won’t want to miss it!

The Beer & Cheese Tasting Experience is an exclusive, ticketed event featuring expertly matched cheese and craft beer combos — curated to delight your palate. It’s the only private, paid experience during the festival — and it’s worth every bite and sip.

🍻 What’s Included in Your Tasting:

4 exclusive pairings

Each pairing includes:

✔ 4 craft beer pours (4 oz each) — one with every pairing!

✔ Samples of hand-selected artisan cheese

✔ Accoutrements galore

✔ Curated concert clips to elevate the vibe

🎩 Meet Your Cheese Maestro: Mike Petermann

Bringing decades of expertise, passion, and a playlist of flavor stories, Mike Petermann is not just our guide — he’s the soul behind the experience.
Known as the Cheese Ambassador, Mike turns every bite into a journey, blending artisan knowledge with a love for community, craft beer, and, of course, exceptional cheese.

At the Beer & Cheese Tasting Experience, Mike personally leads each session — sharing insider tips, pairing secrets, and a few cheesy jokes along the way. It’s more than a tasting; it’s an experience you’ll savor long after the last crumb is gone.

Come meet the Maestro. Taste the story. Celebrate the cheese.

A symphony of flavors, sound, and stories — all in one unforgettable session.

⚠️ Important Note:
Guests must be 21 or older to attend this event.
A valid photo ID is required at the entrance — no exceptions.
If you’re unable to present your ID upon arrival, entry will be denied and tickets will not be refunded.
Let’s keep it safe, legal, and full of good vibes only. 🍻

🎟️ Tickets are $30 per person and space is limited!
Reserve your spot here: Beer & Cheese Tasting