Southern Smoke Festival 2027

Southern Smoke Festival, presented by Resy, returns in 2027. Join us on Saturday, October 2, 2027 as we host some of the food and beverage industry’s most talented chefs and personalities and throw a party to support industry workers in crisis nationwide. You’ll eat your share in big and bold bites; have your choice of superb wine, beer, and spirits; and enjoy outstanding live music to enhance the experience. 

Early bird general admission tickets ($195): Get your GA tickets before December 31, 2026 and receive our special early bird pricing! Includes all of the benefits of a standard GA ticket.

General admission tickets ($225): Your ticket includes all of the food, drinks, and live music you can handle starting at 4:00 p.m. GA ticket holders can experience the YETI Culinary Stage, get cookbooks signed by their favorite chefs and meet the 2027 Food & Wine Best New Chefs.  

Lexus VIP tickets ($550): Lexus VIP tickets include all of the food, drinks, and live music you can handle starting at 3:00 p.m. (early admission). VIP tickets also include access to the exclusive air-conditioned Lexus VIP area inside The Grove, premium wines and bites, dedicated VIP bars, and more.

Talent Sponsorships ($5000): Become a talent sponsor and experience SSF27 like an industry pro: extra early admission before VIP, exclusive invite to the talent-only welcome party on Thursday, September 30, and more! Sponsors from SSF26 have the first right of refusal, followed by early birds in order of purchase.

Proceeds will benefit Southern Smoke Foundation, which has distributed more than $17.1 million to F+B workers nationwide and provided access to more than 12,900 no-cost counseling sessions to F+B workers nationwide. Help our cause and rock out with us October 2027!