Each year, Chicago’s culinary community celebrates the James Beard Awards weekend with an array of public and industry events, including tastings, special dinners, expert panels, restaurant crawls, and more. Check back for details on 2026 events.
New Orleans Takeover (ft. Bacchanal x NightBloom)
New Orleans is taking over Sportsman’s Club! Legendary Bacchanal returns to Sporty’s to host the backyard party of the summer. Featuring a huge wine selection,…
Chicago Cocktail Classic
Join us for the second edition of an international cocktail celebration unlike any other. For one unforgettable evening, over three dozen guest bars from around…
Mile High Takeover: Denver’s Yacht Club at Bar Bambi
DENVER’S YACHT CLUB AT BAR BAMBI: ONE NIGHT ONLY! In celebration of James Beard Awards weekend, one of Denver’s absolute best bar teams — Yacht…
Focus on Health presents The No Proof Run Club
Kickstart your day with an easy (and breezy) morning 5k. Run a route along Lake Michigan led by No Proof podcast host Joshua Gandee and…
Advocacy Meet-Up – Hosted by The James Beard Foundation®
On behalf of The James Beard Foundation, we invite you to attend the JBF Advocacy Meet-up, hosted by our very own Anne McBride, PhD, VP…
Modern Grandman Tavern Pizza Reunion
Join Cordelia as special guests at Middle Brow’s lauded tavern pizza night. An echo of their first collaboration in 2024, hopefully this one will celebrate…