Burlington ChocolateFest

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Food & DrinkBurlington
DatesDates TBA · Usually MayCheck locally before booking
DurationSpringEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forRegional food & drinkChocolateFest grew directly out of
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryFood & DrinkFestival type
The story

Burlington ChocolateFest in Burlington

Burlington ChocolateFest was an annual Memorial Day weekend festival in Burlington, Wisconsin, celebrating the city's identity as Chocolate City USA, home to a longtime Nestle chocolate plant that opened in 1965. Running from 1987 through 2019, it featured chocolate exhibits, candy-making demonstrations, samples, and live music before the event ended and was succeeded locally by the Burlington Jamboree.

Burlington earned its Chocolate City USA nickname because of a Nestle chocolate manufacturing plant that opened in the city in 1965, giving this small Wisconsin community an outsized association with candy production relative to its size.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

ChocolateFest grew directly out of Burlington's unusual civic identity as Chocolate City USA, a nickname earned through its Nestle plant, giving the festival a genuine local industry to celebrate rather than an imported theme

02

The mystery stays covered

Over more than three decades it became a major Memorial Day weekend fundraiser, supporting over 60 local civic and nonprofit groups, before ending in 2019 amid declining vendor participation and, subsequently, pandemic-era disruptions to large public events

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Chocolate tastings and demonstrations tied to the Nestle plant's local presence anchored the festival throughout its run

Water and renewal

Living ritual

alongside its role as a fundraising vehicle for dozens of Burlington civic organizations

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually May

Getting around

For Burlington ChocolateFest, plan transport around the exact Burlington venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Wear comfortable shoes and keep hands free for markets, tastings, and cash payments.

Safety

Use normal food-market caution, hydrate, and leave time between crowded stalls.

Where to stay

For Burlington ChocolateFest, stay near the part of Burlington you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Entry may be free while tastings, meals, or special tables are paid locally.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map36.10 N, 79.44 WOpen in Google Maps

Burlington, WI

Nearest airportGSO — Piedmont Triad
TransportFor Burlington ChocolateFest, plan transport around the exact Burlington venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Burlington ChocolateFest, stay near the part of Burlington you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Burlington via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Burlington, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for May.Compare faresFestival gearWeather-ready layers, comfortable shoes and a small day kit.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Burlington ChocolateFest?

Burlington ChocolateFest is listed for May · Spring. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Burlington ChocolateFest take place?

The festival is listed in Burlington, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Spring is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Burlington, WI

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLchocolatefest.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually May
Source statusOfficial source linked
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