Every summer, Hamilton County does something that is deeply connected to Indiana: it dedicates Tuesdays to the pork tenderloin. Tenderloin Tuesday™ is back for its 17th year, running for five consecutive Tuesdays from June 30 through July 28, and 2026 will be the biggest, most exciting edition of the promotion yet.
With over 60 local restaurants participating in 2026, there's no shortage of ways to get your hands on a tenderloin. The full rundown of participating restaurants can be found here.
For the first time for Tenderloin Tuesday™, the stakes are higher. Starting June 30, you can vote daily at the Current Publishing's website to crown the "Best Tenderloin in Hamilton County."
A popular brewing partner is also aboard to help Hoosiers down their favorite Indiana pork tenderloin, with Sun King Brewing now the Official Beer of Tenderloin Tuesday™. Sun King co-founder and CEO Clay Robinson called it "a natural fit." It's also a great chance to try their new Premium Light Lager, an Indiana-brewed light beer.
With a smartphone, Hoosiers can redeem discount deals at any of the participating restaurants by visiting TenderloinTuesday.com and entering their name and email. A link to the mobile passport will be texted and must be saved to their home screen or bookmarked before showing the phone to any participating restaurant. The more restaurants visited, the better the rewards. With two check-ins, participants will receive a commemorative magnet. With four check-ins, a limited-edition commemorative t-shirt will be earned while supplies last.
Plan Your Tenderloin Tuesday™
Mark your calendar for any or all of June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, and July 28 for Tenderloin Tuesday™. Whether you're a local or making a special trip to snag a tenderloin, summer 2026 is the time to explore Hamilton County's food scene.
