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World's Largest Pickle Party, world record in Baltimore, Maryland

February 2, 2024

Baltimore, Maryland, United States--The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party® in Baltimore, Maryland, United States, is the premier pickle event of the year; pickle lovers from all over the country travel to Baltimore to experience 15 pickle companies, games, food, drinks, live music, a pickle eating championship, a brine chug challenge and more; since its inception in 2019, the event has grown into the world's premier pickle event, held annually in Baltimore, and sets the world record for being the World's Largest Pickle Party, according to the WORLD RECORD ACADEMY.

""The Big Dill™ has become a global sensation, with fans traveling from all over the world to participate in the event," shares Kevin Baxter, founder of The Big Dill®. "We're particularly thrilled to introduce guests to our spicy ensemble, including local innovators like Maryland's own The Original Pickle Shot® and the fiery Frank's REDHOT®, as well as 12 artisan pickle makers who are ready to shake up the pickle scene," the official Press Release says.

"Prepare to immerse yourself in a world of pickle wonders with unlimited sampling opportunities while enjoying a diverse stage lineup of musicians, comedians, actors, and dancers performing country, pop, and rock-themed shows. Don't miss the photo-ready IG experiences, the thrilling World Pickle Eating Championship®, and the Brine Chug Challenge!

"The Big Dill® is not just a pickle community—it's a global phenomenon, captivating over 30 million people monthly with its army of 700K pickle enthusiasts. Since its inception in 2019, The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party® has grown into the world's premier pickle event, held annually in Baltimore, MD, and will embark on a national tour in 2024."

"What is The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party®? The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party® is the premier pickle event of the year, featuring a pickle garden with 10+ handpicked artisan pickle companies sampling and selling a variety of pickles from all over the country," the Visit Baltimore says.

"A section of the festival is dedicated to carnival games to entertain kids; mascots, including The Big Dill’s own Dilly the Pickle™, traverse the festival grounds dancing and taking pictures with guests; plus, you can test your rodeo skills with indoor bull riding. And you can’t miss the food selection where guests can munch on pickled-themed culinary delights, including fried pickles, pickle pizza, pickle egg rolls, pickle fries, pickle ice cream, and your traditional carnival treats and sweets.

"Entertaining guests throughout the weekend is a modern country, pop, and rock-themed live stage production with performances by musicians, actors, comedy routines and choreographed dancers. Guests are also entertained by the crowd’s favorite, The World Pickle Eating Championship featuring competitive eaters and the hilarious fan-favorite Brine Chug Challenge."

"The World's Largest Pickle Party is an upcoming event in Baltimore that will be held ahead of National Pickle Day, and this event for pickle enthusiasts offers not only food and drink but also activities, entertainment challenges and championships," the Trend Hunter says.

"Pickle Juice, the first and only product on the market that's scientifically proven to stop muscle cramps, prevent dehydration and support recovery, is sponsoring the World's Largest Pickle Party. At the event, eight finalists will put themselves to the test with The Brine Chug Challenge and race to finish 32 ounces of the briny beverage as quickly as possible.

"For those who want a less intense way to experience the benefits of Pickle Juice, the brand will be sampling its Original and Chili Lime flavors."

"This year’s festival will tantalize your taste buds beyond your wildest imagination. Look forward to an extensive array of pickle-inspired culinary delights, from pickle egg rolls to pickle pizzas, and for the adventurous, even pickle ice cream. Alongside these mouth-watering morsels, spectators can enjoy the fan-favorite Brine Chug Challenge and the World Pickle Eating Championship®. It’s a fusion of flavor and fun guaranteed to leave you craving more," The MoCo Show says.

"But The Big Dill offers more than just a feast for your palate. This extravaganza invites you to immerse yourself in an atmosphere brimming with excitement and energy. Take a memorable snapshot with mascots like Dilly the Pickle™, The RAVENS POE, or The Oriole Bird, plus test your mettle with thrilling carnival games and bull riding, or sit back and enjoy the diverse range of live performances from musicians and entertainers.

"The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party® is more than just a festival; it’s a testament to a shared love for the pickle and a chance to join an event that promises smiles, fun, and an unforgettable pickle-infused adventure."

"If you’re in a pickle about what to do next week, The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party is coming to Baltimore with a special homecoming for a Maryland-grown company.Founded and created at Pickles Pub in Ocean City, Maryland, The Original Pickle Shot has expanded distribution across 22 states. Now, it’s making its way back to Maryland as a major sponsor for the nation’s biggest pickle party on Sept. 24 and 25 at Power Plant Live!" the Power Plant Live! says.

"In 2018, three friends — two of whom founded Ocean City’s Pickles Pub — created the pickle shot drink after mixing pickles and tequila to cure a hangover. The mixture was a hit and, through trial and error with customers at Pickles Pub and eventually replacing the tequila with vodka, the perfect recipe was created.

"The brand has expanded its distribution from 50 locations in 2020 to over 5,000 locations in 2022, growing to a $12 billion dollar industry, according to marketing officials. Pickle lovers from all over the country will travel to Baltimore to experience 15 pickle companies, games, food, drinks, live music, a pickle eating championship, a brine chug challenge and more."

"When Tropical Storm Ophelia paid Maryland a surprise visit the weekend of Sept. 22 and 23, hopes for The Big Dill World’s Largest Pickle Party soured,: the Baltimore Fishbowl says.

"Happily, it’s been rescheduled for the weekend of Nov. 11 and 12, with 48 of the original 51 vendors still able to attend on the new dates, so the festival-goers will still be able to basically enjoy the full experience. Coincidentally, the new dates serve as the perfect lead-in to National Pickle Day, which is on Nov. 14, 2023, as everyone with a brine knows. For attendees, a change in date may involve the inconvenience of changing plans — which can’t be minimized, as attendees come from all 50 states. For some of the vendors, though, the sudden postponement can leave them with an overload of perishable inventory and no customers to whom it can be sold.

“We always tell vendors, ‘You’re not just going to get the two days when you sign on board with us,” Baxter said, explaining that people sign on to participate in the September festival the previous December. “We’re going to highlight your products. We’re going to highlight you, we’re going to highlight your story. We did a whole podcast last year called ‘The Road to The Big Dill,’ where we interviewed all of them and learn about their businesses. So, we’re going to get you all that exposure in addition to just being there.”

Photos: World's Largest Pickle Party, world record in Baltimore, Maryland. Photos: The Big Dill