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Nevada Food Festivals, Food Shows & Expos,
Food & Wine Events, Tradeshows & Conventions
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2012 Nevada 2012
Nevada Food & Wine Shows & Festivals
(see also: 2013 - 2011 - 2010 - 2009 - 2008)
January 14-15, 2012 Smokin' Big Chili Challenge - Mesquite, Nevada
ICS Regional Chili Cookoff. Chili, Salsa, Chile Verde & People's Choice.
January 27-28, 2012 Mesquite Dutch Oven Cookoff - Mesquite, Nevada
Dutch Oven Cookoff with $5000 total in prize money. The event will have 3 categories; 3 Pot-Any Side-Any Dessert. This is an IDOS sanctioned event and winners will be entered in IDOS World Competition.
Feb 11, 2012 23rd Annual 'Splendor in the Glass' Wine & Beer Tasting - Las Vegas, Nev.
The event benefits programming and community outreach initiatives for Vegas PBS. Guests will be treated to offerings from 60 wineries and breweries, fine food, a live wine auction, silent auction and sounds from a jazz quintet. A special guest appearance by renowned chef and 11-time recipient of the AAA Five Diamond Award, Chef Julian Serrano.
February 12-15, 2012 National Grocers Association Convention & Supermarket Synergy Showcase - Las Vegas, Nevada
For years the NGA has been the only industry association devoted exclusively to the needs of the independent sector. The show provides you with an opportunity to network, learn and advance your company.
February 15-17, 2012 AWMA Show - Las Vegas, Nevada
American Wholesale Marketers Association (AWMA) The Convenience Distributor Conference & Expo
February 26-29, 2012 Catersource 20th Conference & Tradeshow - Las Vegas, Nevada
More than 1,000 exhibitor booths with the latest in food, products, services and more. Make valuable vendor connections for all your catering and event needs!
February 28-29, 2012 ACF Las Vegas Culinary Challenge - Las Vegas, Nevada
Sanctioned by the American Culinary Federation, the event will give both rising and established culinary stars an opportunity to compete in a variety of cooking, cake decorating, decorative centerpieces, and carving competitions to win ACF medals.
February 29-Mar 2, 2012 Aquaculture America 2012 - Las Vegas, Nevada
'Bringing All Players to the Table'. The largest aquaculture trade show in the Western Hemisphere and one of the largest anywhere in the world with nearly 200 booths!
March 12-14, 2012 Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show - Las Vegas, Nevada
Part of International Hospitality Week, a mega-hospitality event drawing 30,000 professionals in the food, beverage and lodging industries from the United States and 22 other countries. Attendance: 30,000.
March 13-15, 2012 International Pizza Expo 2012 - Las Vegas, Nevada
World's Largest and Oldest Pizza Trade show.
March 17, 2012 BandVino Acoustic Uncorked - Las Vegas, Nevada
Wine, food, door prizes, live music Test your palette and guess the features of each wine with only your taste buds to guide you and then vote on your favorite. Once you have voted enjoy your favorites while listening to live acoustic music, eating fabulous food and mingling with friends.
May 24, 2012 Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation - Las Vegas, Nevada
Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.
August 2-5, 2012 International Cake Exploration Societé Convention - Reno, Nevada
International Cake Exploration Societé (ICES), an organization comprised of over 3500 sugar artists, cake decorators and vendors from all over the world.
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2013 Nevada 2013
Nevada Food & Wine Shows & Festivals
October 6-9, 2013 International Baking Industry Exposition 2013 - Las Vegas, Nevada
Thousands of industry professionals unite for the world’s biggest, most comprehensive Baking Expo(TM) of the year.
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2011 Nevada 2011
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events still waiting for new dates
March 14-15, 2011 HFTP Development Conference - Las Vegas, Nevada
Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals
April 7-8, 2011 Nevada Organic Conference 2011 - Las Vegas, Nevada
'Growing Profits by Growing Organic'. Presented by The Nevada Certified Organic Council.
May 5-8, 2011 Vegas Uncork'd - Las Vegas, Nevada
A world-class wine and food festival.
May 16-17, 2011 22nd Annual TIA Convention & Trade Exposition - Las Vegas, Nevada
Tortilla Industry Association Annual Convention & Trade Expo.
June 16-18, 2011 AAMP Convention 2011 - Reno, Nevada
(AAMP: American Association of Meat Processors) 72nd American Convention of Meat Processors & Suppliers' Exhibition.
June 16-18, 2011 American Cured Meat Championships (ACMC) - Reno, Nevada
Held in conjunction with the American Convention of Meat Processors & Suppliers' Exhibition.
June 24-26, 2011 World Tea Expo - Las Vegas, Nevada
World Tea Expo is the premier business-to-business event dedicated to specialty tea; it's the three days each year when industry members determine trends, optimize product lines, increase knowledge and network with peers.
JULY 4, 2011 - There are so many events on this day that they are too numerous to list. Virtually every community in the U.S. has a 4th of July celebration.
July 17, 2011 Art Paws & Bark Fest - Reno, Nevada
Enjoy sipping fine wines and browsing animal themed arts & crafts. The Art Bark Fest combines the love of art & wine with the love of animals. The unique artists attending the event vary from fine jewelry to crystal sculptures to oils and watercolors. The fine wines will also be animal themed - Coibri Ridge Winery's 2005 El Dorado Rufous Red to Mutt Lynch Winery's Unleashed Chardonnay. Live music, dine, shop for art, or just relax and enjoy the fine wines from several renowned vineyards. All proceeds will benefit Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe & another non profit organization in Reno.
July 24-27, 2011 NACE Experience 2011 - Reno, Nevada
National Association of Catering Executives. This revolutionary conference attracts professionals from every segment of the market: caterers (on and off premise), special event planners and designers, wedding consultants and suppliers to the catering and event design world.
July 30-Aug 2, 2011 82nd Semi-Annual CHART Hospitality Training Conference
Las Vegas, Nevada
Council of Hotel & Restaurant Trainers (CHART).
August 31-Sept 5, 2011 Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-off - Sparks, Nevada
The 22nd annual event will once again transform Victorian Square in downtown Sparks into a must-attend culinary, music, craft, and family end-of-summer affair. Attendance: 500,000.
September 2-5, 2011 Annual Hearts O'Gold Cantaloupe Festival - Fallon, Nevada
Concerts, farmer”s market, cantaloupe foods and games, continuous entertainment, carnival, petting zoo fair exhibits and county fair.
September 3-4, 2011 Smokin in Mesquite BBQ Championship - Mesquite, Nevada
The Smokin in Mesquite BBQ Championship is one of the biggest prize purses in the west. $40,000 Cash and Prizes. Come and enjoy great competition and a down home weekend in the great city of Mesquite, Nevada at the CasaBlanca Resort.
September 9-11, 2011 Lake Tahoe Autumn Food & Wine Festival - Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Music fills the air, chefs engage in friendly battle at the Blazing Pans Mountain Chef Cook Off and fine wine and delicious food reign supreme. In addition, you’ll find the gourmet marketplace, kids' cooking classes, the Village Grape Stomp, art exhibits and more, culminating with the Culinary Competition and Grand Tasting.
September 13-18, 2011 32nd Annual San Gennaro Feast - Las Vegas, Nevada
The yearly festival held in honor of the saint, San Gennaro, has a wide variety of ethnic food vendors, live national acts hourly on the main stage, amusement rides and game fun for the whole family.
Sept 15-18, 2011 Walker River Paiute Tribe Annual Pinenut Festival - Schurz, Nevada
The festival features the best singers and beautiful songs of the Pinenut Blessing Ceremony. A full weekend of activities for everyone: Talent Show, Pow Wow, Fun Run, Kid's Games, Parade, Horseshoe Contests, Arm Wrestling, Stick Games, Cradleboard Contest, and an All Indian Rodeo.
September 24-25, 2011 91st Annual Genoa Candy Dance - Genoa, Nevada
The Candy Dance originated in 1919 to purchase street lights for the small settlement of Genoa. A dance was held where candy was served by the ladies of the community. An art fair was added in the 1970's. The dance and candy making tradition continues and draws thousands to the town each year.
September 26-30, 2011 IBWA Convention and Trade Show - Las Vegas, Nevada
International Bottled Water Association
October 1-2, 2011 1st Annual Asian Food Festival & Trade Show - Las Vegaas, Nevada
A two-day cultural event to promote a greater understanding of Asian countries, their cultures & traditions to the general public. This event is expected to be the largest Asian community event featuring over 30 authentic Asian food vendors, cultural performances, live entertainment, carnival rides & games for the kids, special guest celebrities and more than 120 multicultural retail stores and exhibitors .
October 10-14, 2011 Supply Side West - Las Vegas, Nevada
SupplySide West is the world’s largest event for innovative and healthy ingredients with 1,200+ booths.
October 15, 2011 'Cheers to Chocolate' Wine & Chocolate Tasting - Las Vegas, Nevada
Benefitting Easter Seals Southern Nevada. Taste some of the finest wines and most decadent chocolate that Las Vegas has to offer , all while being part of something "good" Live music.
October 16-19, 2011 NBWA 74th Annual Convention & Trade Show - Las Vegas, Nevada
National Beer Wholesalers Association.
November 16-19, 2011 Int’l Food & Beverage Forum Hall of Fame Summit - Las Vegas, NV
Master Chefs' Dinner; Hall of Fame Induction; Cooking Demonstration; Grand Gourmet Wine Safari; Hall of Fame Society Dinner.
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2010 Nevada 2010
Food & Wine Shows & Local Events
events still waiting for new dates
March 8-10, 2010 Hotelworld Food & Beverage - Las Vegas, Nevada
Whether you are an owner/operator, chef, food & beverage director, or an operations director the International Restaurant Show in conjunction with HotelWorld Food & Beverage is an event that is all about building revenue and building your business through industry experts and operator networking.
March 8-10, 2010 The International Restaurant Show - Las Vegas, Nevada
At the International Restaurant Show you’ll have the opportunity to network with thousands of restaurant owners, operators and managers while attending sessions or perusing aisles filled with exhibitors offering exciting new products to help your business.
August 20, 2010 26th Annual Taste For Art - Reno, Nevada
Meet up with friends and enjoy premium wines, succulent cuisine and swinging music, all while helping support the education and exhibition programs at the Nevada Museum of Art. Pairings from more than 45 restaurants and wineries.
October 9-10, 2010 Great Italian Festival - Reno, Nevada
This year's festival will be highlighted by live entertainment on three stages, a spaghetti sauce cook-off, the famous grape stomping contest, bocce ball tournament, kids' gelato eating contest, a gourmet Italian buffet and the last big farmer's market of the season!
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2009 Nevada 2009
Nevada LOCAL Food & Wine Shows & Festivals
events still waiting for new dates
February 11-13, 2009 15th Annual FSMA Top2Top Conference - Las Vegas, Nevada
Foodservice Sales & Marketing Association annual conference.
March 14, 2009 Great Pit Ball Chef’s Dinner - Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas chefs serving up their favorite dishes at a station-style dinner to raise money for the Villalobos Animal Rescue Center, the largest rehabilitation and placement facility for abandoned pit balls in the world.
March 29-31, 2009 Future Food Congress - Henderson (Las Vegas), Nevada
(Website no longer active: www.virtusinternational.com )
Designed to help food industry manufacturers overcome today's challenges and work towards tomorrow's solutions by bringing together some of the industry's leading experts and innovators.
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2008 NEVADA 2008
NEVADA FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS, EVENTS
waiting for new dates
June 8-11, 2008 ASHFSA National Conference - Las Vegas, Nevada
American Society for Healthcare Food Service Administrators
October 5-7, 2008 Western Food Industry Exposition - Las Vegas, Nevada
(Website no longer active: www.foodexpowest.com/ )
The Western Food Industry Exposition has one goal – to provide the best networking opportunity of the year for grocery retailers, suppliers, wholesalers and brokers.
November 6-9, 2008 Odyssey Las Vegas - Las Vegas, Nevada
(Website no longer active: www.odysseylifestyle.com )
This premier epicurean event showcases haute cuisine from the city’s most celebrated chefs, world renowned wines and fine art to benefit The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and The Odyssey Foundation’s Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Scholarship Program.
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