The 12th Annual Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival returns Oct. 6–11 with celebrity chefs, award-winning desserts, and world-class drinks on the Strip.
Get ready to raise a glass — and your expectations. The 12th Annual Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival returns October 6–11, bringing together an international lineup of celebrity chefs, award-winning culinary masters, and decadent desserts that could make even the Bellagio fountains blush.
If you’re a flavor-seeking, fun-loving foodie who loves the buzz of the Strip and the sophistication of a Michelin-star dining room, this is your kind of week. The Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival 2025 promises a feast for all senses — and yes, that includes your Instagram feed.
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A Culinary All-Star Lineup: From the Strip to Summerlin
This year’s festival will showcase some of the world’s most celebrated names in cuisine. Among the James Beard Foundation Award-winning chefs headlining the event are:
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Katsuya Uechi — famed for his elegant fusion of Japanese tradition and modern flair.
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Todd English — the rock star of the restaurant world, known for bold flavors and creative flair.
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François Payard — the master pâtissier whose desserts have graced the world’s finest tables.
These culinary icons will be joined by top chefs from across the globe, taking over venues from the Las Vegas Strip to Downtown Las Vegas and Summerlin. Expect live culinary demonstrations, chef meet-and-greets, and tasting stations that redefine indulgence.
“The who’s who of culinary talent will converge at the
12th Annual Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival.”
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Sweet Temptations: Desserts Almost Too Pretty to Eat
Who’s ready for spectacular desserts? This year’s festival promises confections that dazzle both the eye and the palate — think edible art, molten chocolate sculptures, and fruit-glazed fantasies that practically beg to be photographed before you devour them.
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“There will be a plentiful number of mouthwatering treats you will getting seconds of as well as making your fellow foodies jealous.”
Challenge accepted. Because in Vegas, moderation is just a suggestion — and when François Payard is plating pastries, resistance is futile.
With so many sugar-dusted showstoppers, you’ll feel like a kid in a gourmet candy store — except this one serves world-class wines, beers, and spirits alongside every bite.
Flavor, Fun & Flair: A Toast to the Good Life
Tickets start at $100–$150, including exclusive tastings of top-shelf beverages and delectable bites from over 50 participating restaurants and brands. It’s a sensory overload of flavor and flair — the kind of event that makes you laugh mid-sip and say, “Only in Vegas.”
And let’s face it: for a city that celebrates excess, this festival is pure poetry. One minute you’re swirling a vintage Bordeaux, the next you’re watching Chef Todd English sear Wagyu with the confidence of a man who’s done it a thousand times — because he has.
“Individuals interested in attending are strongly encouraged to purchase tickets as soon as possible due to popular demand.”
For the full schedule and tickets, visit VegasFoodAndWine.com.
Where Culinary Dreams Meet Culture
Beyond the glitz, this event celebrates what makes Vegas a global food destination — innovation, artistry, and a dash of audacity. It’s the same energy you feel dining at Picasso in the Bellagio or sipping a martini under the Las Vegas Sphere’s digital glow.
The Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival blends that same mix of elegance and excitement. Whether you’re a sommelier in training or just someone who loves a good meal with great company, this festival proves that food in Vegas is about more than flavor — it’s about fun-loving connection and culinary storytelling.
For context on the global culinary scene, visit James Beard Foundation for more about the chefs redefining excellence.
FAQ: Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival 2025
Q: When and where is the Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival?
A: The 12th Annual Festival takes place October 6–11, 2025, across multiple Las Vegas locations — including the Strip, Downtown, and Summerlin.
Q: Which celebrity chefs will be there?
A: Headliners include Katsuya Uechi, Todd English, and François Payard, along with other world-class chefs from around the globe.
Q: What’s included with the ticket?
A: Tickets ($100–$150) include tastings of wines, beers, spirits, and delicious gourmet food, plus access to live culinary demos and chef experiences.
A Festival Worth Every Bite
From award-winning chefs to spectacular desserts and world-class wines, the Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival 2025 is shaping up to be the city’s most delicious event of the year.
Whether you’re toasting under the Bellagio lights or savoring truffles in Summerlin, one thing’s certain — Vegas knows how to throw a party your taste buds will never forget.
So grab your tickets, your appetite, and your most Instagrammable outfit — because this October, flavor is taking center stage.
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The 12th Annual Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival returns Oct. 6–11 with celebrity chefs, award-winning desserts, and world-class drinks on the Strip.
