Get ready, Rochester … the most mouth-watering local festival is here!
The 21st annual Foodlink Festival of Food returns to the Rochester Public Market on Sept. 14.
The region’s largest tasting event features many of your local favorites — from restaurants to wineries to bakeries and more. All proceeds from the event support Foodlink’s mission of ending hunger and building healthier communities.
Please join us for this critical fundraiser to support our work!
WHAT: 2026 Foodlink Festival of Food
WHEN: Monday, Sept. 14, 6 – 8:30 p.m. (VIPs enter at 5 p.m.)
WHERE: City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St.
TICKETS: This event is SOLD OUT. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Below, please find a few handy links for our supporters and guests:
>>> 2026 Festival of Food Guide
>>> Vendor Map | Our “Vendor Reveal” list on social
>>> Best Taste voting (Link will be sent to attendees after the festival is underway)
>>> More information about our featured band, BB Dang
Thank you to our title sponsor, Wegmans, for once again serving as the title sponsor for this year’s festival!
Other top sponsors include: ESL Federal Credit Union (VIP), American Fruit & Vegetable Co. (Tasting Plate), Delta Air Lines (Glass), Daybright Financial (Tote Bag), Alesco Advisors (Photo Booth), Accountable Digital (Entertainment), SWBR (Merch Check).





