Food enthusiasts and beverage connoisseurs alike, take note. A Taste of AZ Food and Drink Festival presented by Talking Stick Resort is officially returning to Salt River Fields on Saturday, January 31, 2026, bringing together Arizona’s vibrant culinary and beverage scene for one elevated afternoon.

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Located on Salt River Fields’ East Lawn and Upper Outfield area (7555 N. Pima Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85258), this elevated food & drink festival pairs flavors from across the Grand Canyon State and backdropped by the scenic McDowell Mountains. Guests will enjoy food samples and more from dozens of local chefs and restaurants, plus live music, cooking demos, and of course, drinks from Arizona’s top wineries, breweries and distilleries.

What to expect at A Taste of AZ Food and Drink Festival

From 1:30–5 p.m. (or noon–5 p.m. for VIP ticket holders), attendees will enjoy unlimited food samples, 15 drink samples, including beer, wine and cocktails and free parking. The festival is designed as a true tasting experience, making it easy to discover new favorites and reconnect with Arizona staples.

VIP ticket holders receive early access to the festival, plus a bonus perk: one complimentary ticket to a Diamondbacks vs. Angels Spring Training game on February 22, 2026, hosted at Salt River Fields.

Giving back to Arizona’s hospitality community

A portion of proceeds from this year’s festival will benefit Healing Hospitality, a nonprofit founded in 2021 by hospitality veteran David DeLorenzo. Healing Hospitality supports industry professionals through educational and wellness-focused events aimed at managing stress and encouraging personal growth.

“After the success of last year, we couldn’t wait to get back to the drawing board on how we could enhance this year’s edition,” says Luke Irvin, one of the festival’s organizers. “We believe that A Taste of AZ Food and Drink Festival did exactly what we had hoped, bring together the vibrant food and drink community of Arizona, and we are so excited to be bringing it back to Salt River Fields.”

An impressive line-up of beloved Arizona restaurants and more

The festival features some of the state’s best restaurants and chefs where guests can expect food samples from purveyors such as the Caldwell County BBQ, Chula Seafood, Élephante and The Italian Daughter. In addition to the diverse culinary offerings, attendees can look forward to indulging in locally produced wine, beer and spirits like Cider Corps, Iconic Cocktail and The Shop Beer Co.

The full list of Taste of AZ vendors:

• Bright Side Catering
• Caldwell County BBQ
• Capital Farms / Frites St
• Carboniste
• Chaco Flaco
• Chula Seafood
• Cove Mesa
• Élephante / Bar Bambino
• The Italian Daughter / Patricia’s Pizza
• Minnow
• Nelsons
• Parch
• Press Coffee
• Smelter Town
• Strive Vineyards

More than a tasting: live music, demos and crowd favorites

This year’s fun will include live music, interactive cooking demonstrations, and voting for best bite and best cocktail. The festival aims to foster a sense of community and appreciation for the local food scene that is an enjoyable experience for everyone.

Tickets and event details

• Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
• Location: Salt River Fields, East Lawn & Upper Outfield
• GA Tickets: $99
• VIP Tickets: $139
• Age requirement: 21+

Tickets are available now. For full details and ticket purchases, visit azfoodanddrinkfestival.com or follow @atasteofaz for chef announcements, vendor updates and exclusive promotions.