The countdown is officially on! The 25th annual Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®) returns this week for four days and nights of unforgettable food, drink, music and celebration. The star-studded event will showcase Food Network’s biggest culinary icons, Grammy Award-winning artists, popular lifestyle personalities, and more than 500 chefs, winemakers, and spirit producers all joining forces to EAT. DRINK. EDUCATE. As excitement builds for this milestone anniversary, taking place February 19–22, 2026, tickets are going fast, but Festival fans and foodies near and far still have a chance to snag tickets to some of the weekend’s most buzzed-about events.
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The Festival returns Feb. 19-22 to celebrate it’s 25th Anniversary!
From high-energy beachfront parties and legendary tastings to indulgent brunches and late-night celebrations, SOBEWFF®’s 25th anniversary promises the most exciting Festival yet. Though select events are already sold out, the following experiences still have limited tickets available:
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19
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Mike’s Amazing® Burger Bash presented by Schweid & Sons® hosted by Rachael Ray and Brooklyn Peltz Beckham celebrates 20 years on the sands of Miami Beach with over 30 burgers competing for the title of The Very Best Burger Award which will be selected by a notable panel of judges:
- Ashley Graham
- Bert Kreischer
- Gayle King
- Matt Kuscher
- Nick DiGiovanni
- Samantha Schnur
- A Taste of Italy presented by Pasta Rummo hosted by “The Pasta Queen” Nadia Caterina Munno and Scott Conant part of the Miami Design District Event Series is back with 15+ all-star chefs serving their Italian favorites.
- Goldbelly presents Diplo: Live from South Beach, Celebrating 25 Years of SOBEWFF® hosted by LIV Beach kicks off our milestone weekend with an electrifying beachfront performance by Diplo. For those looking to elevate the experience, a select number of VIP tables are still available, offering premium access to this unforgettable anniversary celebration.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20
- Festival favorite Guy Fieri returns to host Coca-Cola presents Tournament of Champions LIVE, as all five past champions from the hit Food Network series — Brooke Williamson, Maneet Chauhan, Mei Lin, Tiffani Faison and Antonia Lofaso — go head-to-head for ultimate bragging rights. Plus, hip-hop legend Rev Run of Run DMC takes the stage for an unforgettable performance.
- Signature event, Fontainebleau Miami Beach presents Wine Spectator’s Best of the Best sponsored by Cunard, brings together over 60 of the nation’s most acclaimed chefs and more than 65 of the world’s premier wineries.
- The Festival’s most sinful new event, Naughty Bites hosted by The Naughty Fork part of The Hangar Event Series, puts indulgence center stage with elevated comfort food and crave-worthy bites that feel luxe yet familiar.
- Let Them Eat Cake! A Sweet Celebration of 25 Years hosted by Duff Goldman celebrates 25 Years of SOBEWFF® with a showcase of whimsical cakes, imaginative desserts and decadent sweet creations, crafted by Miami’s best pastry chefs.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21
- Chew on This: A Live Podcast Series presented by iHeartRadio takes over the iconic Miami Beach Bandshell for a unique Festival experience bringing five live podcasts to the stage throughout the day, each hosted by some of the most dynamic personalities in comedy, music, entertainment, and food.
- Katie Lee returns to host Sip & Swirl: A Wine Happy Hour at Joia Beach where close to a dozen stations will feature wines from around the world.
- Ashley Graham, Michael Pirolo, and Marc Vetri host Late Night Pizza Party sponsored by Lucci Lambrusco at Bar Bucce for a late-night, full-flavor pizza party where great food, great wine and great music collide.
- Masters of Fire hosted by Tyler Florence returns as a signature tent event celebrating SOBEWFF®’s 25th anniversary, offering guests an exhilarating outdoor cooking experience featuring a lineup of talented chefs who take grilling to the next level.
- Hosted by 2026’s Tribute Dinner honorees, Michelle Bernstein and Sacha Lichine, Final Pour: Tribute Dinner After Party will celebrate the two visionaries with great food, craft cocktails and a performance by Les Greene & The Swayzees.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22
- Andrew Zimmern, Robert Irvine, Kardea Brown, Aarón Sánchez and more will take the stage at Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village featuring Publix Culinary Demonstrations sponsored by Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove.
- THE WELL at Miami Tropic presents Coffee Culture: A Miami Wellness and Brunch Experience brewed by De’Longhi hosted by David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris part of the Miami Design District Event Series offers a lineup of local Miami favorite bakeries, cafés and roasters.
- Family Sunday Chicken Parm Night at Jon & Vinny’s hosted by Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, is where classic Italian comfort will meet art, culture and great vibes for an easy outing with friends and family.
- Closing out the 25th anniversary, BACARDÍ presents 25 Years of Legendary Bites & Iconic Sips hosted by Andrew Zimmern with a special performance by DJ CASSIDY, unites the most iconic flavors, legendary chefs and unforgettable moments from the past 25 years for one spectacular night on the sand.
To date, the Festival has raised more than $45 million in support of its educational mission to provide an invaluable real-world experience and an interactive educational platform for future leaders of the hospitality industry at the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University (FIU). Between SOBEWFF® and its sister NYCWFF, more than $53 million has been raised to benefit the respective charities of each Festival. Beyond the funds raised, both Festivals draw attention to the vibrant dining cultures of their respective cities, provide economic stimulus in their communities, and serve as a platform to drive awareness and engagement for a wide array of philanthropic activities.
Tickets for the Festival are On Sale NOW, with plenty of options to suit your taste and budget at sobewff.org. Stay up to date all year long by following @SOBEWFF on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
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Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One
EAT. DRINK. EDUCATE. 100% of net proceeds benefit the students at the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University who also assist Festival organizers with sponsorship fulfillment, restaurant and exhibitor recruitment, logistics, and inventory as well as working alongside some of the world’s greatest celebrity chefs and winemakers. To date, SOBEWFF® has raised more than $40 million for the School.
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival® is produced by Florida International University and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, with the support of the Miami Beach Visitors & Convention Authority and the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs. For more information about the Festival, visit sobewff.org or call 866.271.8540. For more information about Florida International University visit fiu.edu, for the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management visit hospitality.fiu.edu and for more information about Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits visit southernglazers.com.
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