The 2026 Good Food Gathering

Join the Good Food Catalyst for our annual Good Food Gathering featuring great food, live music, chef demos, raffle giveaways & more!
About this Event

You’re Invited to the 2026 Good Food Gathering!

Join Good Food Catalyst for an amazing evening celebrating Chicago’s local food community at Loft Lucia, a stunning rooftop venue in the West Loop.

Enjoy delicious food, live music, craft cocktails, and interactive experiences while connecting with food entrepreneurs, growers, community leaders, and changemakers working to build a more equitable local food system.

✨ Highlights of the Evening✨

• Live chef demonstration featuring creative, locally inspired dishes and culinary storytelling
• Live music performances setting the vibe throughout the evening
• Cash bar with cocktails, wine, beer, and refreshing nonalcoholic options
• Catered bites and food samples from emerging Good Food Accelerator entrepreneurs and local food businesses
• Interactive community partner booths spotlighting organizations strengthening Chicago’s food ecosystem
• Rooftop access and skyline views perfect for mingling, networking, and enjoying a summer evening in the city

Celebrate great food, great people, and a great community as we collectively build a world with Good Food on Every Table!

Guest Chef Cory Morris delivers an engaging, exciting, delicious food demo to a handful of Good Food Gathering attendees.