Albany Capital Center
55 Eagle Street
The Albany Chefs' Food & Wine Festival hosts Wine & Dine for the Arts January 25-27. An annual 3-day Food & Wine themed Festival that markets Albany's restaurants, chefs, and their innovative cuisine, and donates all net income directly to deserving non-profit arts organizations.
Schedule of events:
- Mayor's Reception | January 25 from 5:30-7:00 PM (at City Hall)
Join the Mayor and the Festival Board of Directors as we kick off the 15th Anniversary Albany Chefs’ Food & Wine Festival: Wine & Dine for the Arts. This elegant cocktail reception features hors d’oeuvres, & wine generously donated by Sonoma-Cutrer and champagne generously donated by Korbel. Mingle with the directors of Albany’s Arts Organizations, chefs, Legacy Award winners, and Festival Sponsors at this fantastic networking event.
- Grand Tastings & Seminars | January 26 from 4:00-8:00 PM & January 27 from Noon-4:00PM (at Albany Capital Center)
Grand Tastings & Seminars will take place at the Albany Capital Center. Sample culinary delights from the area’s top chefs and restaurants. We will be highlighting premier wine spirits and culinary pairings in our newly upgraded seminars both Friday & Saturday. VIP tickets will include access to VIP lounge presented by Total Events & Empire Merchants North. Hors D’oeuvres and specialty cocktails will be served, and each VIP ticket purchase automatically enters you in an opportunity to win 1 of 5 exciting travel experiences.
- Slider Slam | January 26 from 8:00-11:00 PM (at Albany Capital Center)
You be the judge! Cast your vote in the People’s Choice Slider Competition! Music by DJ Reel, dance floor and VIP Lounge experience provided by Premier wine & spirits distributor, Empire Merchants North. Slider Slam VIP ticket includes access to our premium VIP lounge: a full bar provided by Empire Merchants North, including some of NY’s most sought-after brands. Your favorite NYS breweries & ciders, along with this year specialty cocktails & pop-up brand experiences, are included in your VIP ticket purchase. Each VIP ticket automatically enters you in a chance to win 1 of 5 exciting travel experiences! We’ll see you January 26 to cast your vote!”
- Grand Gala Reception | January 27 at 6:00 PM (at Albany Capital Center)
The 15th Anniversary Albany Chefs Food & Wine Festival Grand Gala will feature a reception followed by a five course culinary masterpiece prepared by prominent regional culinary powerhouses and directed by lead Signature Chef, Jaime Ortiz. The 2024 Grand Gala will be limited to under 500 guests, and will feature a one of a kind culinary experience accompanied by popular wines provided by longtime Festival Partner, Empire Merchants North.
