Atlanta, GA; September 11-14, 2025

The Atlanta Food and Wine Festival, presented by Invesco QQQ, returns to Historic Fourth Ward Park from September 11 to 14, 2025, with extended hours and an expanded lineup celebrating the best of Southern cuisine and beverage.

This year’s theme, “States of Motion,” explores how food connects people across regions, generations, and cultures—through storytelling, movement, and tradition. Throughout four full days of immersive events—including two evening and one daytime tasting tent—guests can enjoy more than 60 walk-around stations, featuring 200-plus acclaimed chefs, mixologists, sommeliers, and spirit-makers from across the South and beyond.

Signature elements include the Tasting Tents presented by Goya Foods, intimate chef dinners, curated cocktail experiences, and hands-on culinary demos. Whiskey and Fire, a partnership between Heritage Fire and Whiskies of the World, combines smoked foods and whiskey for an innovative Heritage Hero competition between top chefs.

With its backdrop across from Ponce City Market and a lively urban park setting, Atlanta Food and Wine Festival delivers a communal experience where local flavor, Southern hospitality, and culinary creativity converge. Tickets are all-inclusive, covering tastings, entertainment, and chef storytelling across this four-day celebration.

Chicago, IL; September 25–28, 2025

Chicago Gourmet returns to Millennium Park and the Harris Theater Rooftop with title sponsor INVESCO QQQ, from September 25 to 28, 2025, blending culinary excellence with Chicago’s sporting soul under the theme “Step Up To The Plate.”

This year’s kickoff event, Tacos and Tequila on Thursday features top-tier tacos, premium agave spirits, mariachi, DJs, and vibrant performances—hosted by chefs Rick Bayless and Marcos Carbajal. On Friday the crowd‑favorite Hamburger Hop pits North Side against South Side chefs for burger supremacy, co-hosted by Joe Flamm and Sarah Grueneberg, with beers, cocktails, and rooftop DJ beats. That evening continues with a new Asian Late Night Market, inspired by street‑market energy and late-night bites, hosted by Chef Thai Dang at TAO Chicago.

Saturday’s headline is Grand Cru, an elevated tasting with celebrated chefs paired with world-class wine and spirits—hosted by Stephanie Izard—offered in both afternoon and evening sessions. The weekend wraps on Sunday with Rise and Shine Gourmet, a brunch celebration led by Art Smith, Lorena Garcia, and Jernard Wells, serving inventive sweet and savory dishes with cocktails and live music.

Over 100 renowned chefs, including Rick Bayless, Diana Dávila, Dominique Leach, and Norman Fenton, participate across events celebrating Chicago’s cultural and culinary diversity. Programming supports the Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, investing in the future hospitality workforce.

(Above image by James Vitullo for Chicago Gourmet)

Austin, TX; November 7-9, 2025

Set against the skyline of Lady Bird Lake, the Austin Food and Wine Festival returns to Auditorium Shores from November 7 to 9, 2025, offering a weekend of bold flavors, culinary craftsmanship, and spirited indulgence.

Festival-goers can expect an elevated three-day experience featuring tastings from top Austin chefs and national culinary talent, paired with selections from premier wine, beer, and spirits purveyors. The event includes chef demonstrations offering expert tips, grilling tutorials led by pitmasters over live fire, and immersive brand engagements in scenic outdoor settings.

Highlights of the 2025 lineup include “Hands-On Grilling,” a pre-­festival cookout masterclass with Chef Tim Love, and the Friday night “Made in Texas” VIP event featuring live-fire dishes and local flavors. Over the weekend, guests can mingle with award-winning chefs, sample regional BBQ, decadent desserts, craft cocktails, and refined wines—all under open skies framed by Austin’s vibrant urban backdrop.

Tickets typically include an all‑inclusive wristband, granting access to tastings, demos, and curated experiences. VIP upgraded tickets offer exclusive early access and special events.

Island of Hawaii; October 17–18

Maui; October 24–26

Oahu; October 30–November 2, 2025

The Hawaii Food and Wine Festival embarks on its 15th annual celebration from October 17 to November 2, 2025, spanning three stunning islands. The journey kicks off on the Island of Hawaii, followed by Maui, before culminating on Oahu, showcasing the very best of Hawaii’s culinary heritage across spectacular island settings.

Each weekend offers immersive dining experiences—spectacular dinners, tastings, farm‑to‑table collaborations, and themed events—that emphasize local ingredients sourced from Hawaii’s farmers, ranchers, and fishers, honoring the festival’s nonprofit mission to support agricultural and hospitality communities. The 2025 theme, FEAST—representing Food, Education, Agriculture, Sustainability, and Tourism—underscores the festival’s commitment to culinary impact, community empowerment, and sustainability.

On the Island of Hawaii, opener events like the FEAST Summit and Grand Tastings bring together chefs, mixologists, and wine experts for evening experiences framed by volcano and ocean vistas. In Kaanapali, Maui, expect coastal charm with seaside dinners and wine-and-whiskey pairings. The festival concludes on Oahu with high-energy events in Waikiki and Honolulu, including chef collaborations, a signature brunch, and the celebrated Decanted grand tasting at the Hawaii Convention Center.

Celebrating more than a hundred international and local culinary talents, Hawaii Food and Wine Festival 2025 delivers world-class flavors set against the breathtaking aloha backdrop—creating unforgettable experiences and fueling positive impact across the islands.

New York, NY; October 15-19, 2025

Foodies can experience an elevated, reimagined edition of New York City’s preeminent gastronomic celebration at the Food Network New York City Wine and Food Festival, taking place October 15–19, 2025.

Now in its 18th year, the festival moves to the historic Seaport district of Lower Manhattan, where presenting sponsor, Invesco QQQ, will inaugurate the Invesco QQQ Festival Campus. The Seaport’s waterfront charm, historic cobblestone streets, and seamless access to signature events—from the Grand Tasting Pavilion to Culinary Demonstrations and FoodieCon® can only enhance the visitor experience. Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten serves as Culinary Host, curating intimate dining experiences and chef collaborations at his famed Tin Building by Jean-Georges.

Attendees can participate in more than 50 events spanning walk-around tastings, master classes, cocktail parties, chef dinners, and seminars featuring both Food Network stars and culinary visionaries. The festival also supports sustainability and hospitality causes through partnerships with the Event Zero Foundation, James Beard Foundation, and God’s Love We Deliver, with proceeds directed to charity.