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Luxury Culinary Events & Gourmet Festivals

Few experiences compare with being in the room when something extraordinary happens. This part of LuxuryLifestyle.com focuses on food festivals, Michelin-starred chef collaborations, gourmet tastings, cooking classes and culinary trade expos, the occasions that define the year for food lovers, home cooks and hospitality professionals. Settings range across acclaimed restaurants, vineyard estates, open-air markets and convention halls, and the mood can shift from intimate and invitation-only to grand and international. Our editors look for events that pair a strong program with genuine hospitality, thoughtful details and the chance to meet the people who make them special. Listings are updated throughout the year as organizers confirm new dates, venues and guest experiences.

A practical tip from our editors: chef dinners usually have limited covers, so join mailing lists for early access and note any dietary requirements when you book. It is also wise to read the full listing for transport advice, nearby hotels and any age or dress requirements before you commit. When one event is not enough, the wider LuxuryLifestyle.com calendar suggests galas, festivals, auctions and tastings nearby, making it simple to plan a longer stay. Event organizers can submit their dates for consideration and share their program with readers who appreciate exceptional quality.

06/26/2027 - 06/27/2027

Take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey as you are introduced to over 80 New York State wineries, craft beverage makers, artisan food vendors, food trucks and more, with the beauty of Lake George as your backdrop!

Adirondack Wine & Food Festival
Charles R. Wood Festival Commons
17 West Brook Road Lake George, New York (NY) 12845
United States

09/03/2027 - 09/06/2027

The North Carolina Apple Festival returns over Labor Day weekend, September 3–6, 2027.

North Carolina Apple Festival
Downtown Hendersonville
318 North Main Street Hendersonville, North Carolina (NC) 28792
United States

05/27/2017 - 05/28/2017

Not only does the Festival have all the strawberries you can eat offered in over 50 different ways, activities include a pie eating contest, strawberry bake-off, continuous entertainment on three stages, a parade, and one large carnival.

Pungo Strawberry Festival
Beside Pungo
Square Shopping Center Pungo, Virginia (VA)
United States

10/28/2026 - 10/30/2026

UHN Grand Cru Culinary Wine Festival returns for its 22nd annual edition on October 28 and 30, 2026.

Grand Cru Culinary Wine Festival
Enercare Centre (Oct 28; festival Wine & Dine continues Oct 30)
Enercare Centre (Oct 28; festival Wine & Dine continues Oct 30) Toronto, Ontario M5G 2C4
Canada

04/04/2027

San Francisco International Chocolate Salon returns April 4, 2027, at the San Francisco County Fair Building. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., chocolate lovers can taste artisan, gourmet and premium chocolate and confections from Bay Area makers.

San Francisco International Chocolate Salon
San Francisco County Fair Building
1199 9th Ave San Francisco, California (CA) 94122
United States

08/18/2017 - 08/19/2017

The National Lentil Festival features the world’s largest bowl of lentil chili! You’ll find food from ice cream to egg rolls. Youngsters and the young at heart will love the Lentil Land Kids Area!

National Lentil Festival
Downtown Pullman
Pullman, Washington (WA)
United States

10/31/2026

Le Dîner en Blanc returns to New Orleans on 2026-10-31 at a secret outdoor location.

Le Diner en Blanc - New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana (LA)
United States

07/16/2018 - 07/17/2018

The Bayou Boogaloo Music & Cajun Food Festival is Norfolk’s annual love-fest with New Orleans’ vibrant spirit and captures the melting pot of Bayou culture.

Bayou Boogaloo Music & Cajun Food Festival
Town Point Park
113 Waterside Dr Norfolk, Virginia (VA) 23510
United States

10/09/2026 - 10/11/2026

The Richmond Folk Festival returns October 9–11, 2026, on downtown Richmond’s riverfront.

Richmond Folk Festival
Downtown Richmond riverfront, including Brown’s Island
S 7th St Richmond, Virginia (VA) 23219
United States

03/04/2027 - 03/14/2027

The Florida Strawberry Festival returns March 4–14, 2027, in Plant City, Florida.

Florida Strawberry Festival
Florida Strawberry Festival grounds, 303 BerryFest Place
303 BerryFest Place Plant City, Florida (FL) 33563
United States
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