NYCs Biggest Food & Wine Festival Returns This Fall

New York City’s most anticipated foodie weekend is back this October 15-18th! The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Invesco QQQ (NYCWFF) returns for its 19th year bringing its signature blend of acclaimed chefs, NYC’s best restaurants, celebrities, innovative spirits, and city-wide flavor to over 50 food and wine events.This year, the festival returns to the downtown Seaport, with the addition of the Rooftop of Pier 17 serving as an exciting new venue for 2026’s return.

Between the waterfront location and a variety of events scattered throughout the city, attendees are promised an elevated experience with skyline views to match the world-class bites.From intimate dining experiences to large-scale, high-energy tastings, the lineup is designed to satisfy every palate.Here are a few of the essential experiences you won’t want to miss:Grand Tasting featuring Culinary DemonstrationsThis cornerstone showcase presented by Bosch Home Appliances features the city’s top restaurants and brands.

This year’s celebration is anchored by a powerhouse hosting team: Marcus Samuelsson, the acclaimed chef behind Red Rooster; Andrew Rea of @BingingwithBabish, whose popular digital platform has revolutionized food media; Ayesha Nurdjaja, the Food Network chef known for her masterful Middle Eastern cuisine at Shuka and Shukette; and Food Network veteran Michael Symon known for his bold, meat-forward culinary style.It will also feature live, interactive, culinary demonstrations from chefs and celebrities including mgk, Alex Guarnaschelli, Bryan and Michael Voltaggio, Geoffrey Zakarian, Aarón Sánchez, and more.  Grab your tickets to see these stars in action.Blue Moon Burger BashIt wouldn’t be NYCWFF without this fan-favorite, high-energy throwdown, presented by Pat LaFrieda Meats part of the Norwegian Cruise Line Rooftop Series.

The Rooftop at Pier 17 will be the new stage for chefs to go head-to-head to claim the title of the ultimate bur...