Barrelhouse in Knoxville, Tennessee hosted a dill-icious Pickle Festival!

If you’ve never been to a pickle festival, let me tell you—you’re missing out on some of the most unexpectedly fun chaos imaginable. From the second I arrived, camera in hand, I knew this was going to be a blast. The energy was contagious, the air smelled like vinegar and fried goodness, and everywhere I turned, people were laughing, eating, and embracing the pickle spirit.

The highlight? A pickle toss!

Then came the pet costume contest and parade, which was every bit as adorable as it sounds. Tiny dogs in pickle costumes? Yes!! The crowd was living for it, and I loved capturing every hilarious and heartwarming moment.

By the end of the day, everyone—human and pet alike—was grinning ear to ear and stuffed with pickles. I walked away with some fantastic shots and a newfound appreciation for the fine art of catching food midair.