Manhattan’s biggest food celebration is returning to the waterfront this fall. The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Invesco QQQ (NYCWFF) takes over the historic Seaport neighborhood October 15–18, 2026, bringing together hundreds of acclaimed chefs, mixologists, culinary personalities and food lovers for four unforgettable days.
For 2026, NYCWFF is excited to welcome guests to The Rooftop at Pier 17, adding an iconic new setting to this year’s Festival experience. With sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline and waterfront, the rooftop will play host to a series of exciting new events as part of the Norwegian Cruise Line Rooftop Series.
With more than 50 events taking place across the Festival, NYCWFF offers something for every kind of food enthusiast. From intimate, chef-hosted dinners and culinary demonstrations to high-energy signature parties and large-scale tastings, guests can experience some of the most exciting names in food and drink while exploring one of New York City’s most iconic neighborhoods. Chefs include Angie Mar and Charlie Palmer, Byron Puck and Cedric Vongerichten, Alain Ducasse, Jonathon Sawyer and Gautier Coiffard and many more!
Among the new experiences is New York After Dark, hosted by acclaimed chef Kwame Onwuachi and with a performance from D-Nice, inviting guests to experience an unforgettable evening of food, drinks and celebration against one of the city’s most spectacular backdrops. Mgk of 27 Club Coffee will also host Morning Buzz, their first non-alcoholic event, bringing a fresh and unexpected energy to the Festival’s daytime programming.
The 2026 lineup introduces a range of new culinary experiences celebrating flavors and cuisines from around the world. A Culinary Journey Through Peru, hosted by legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, will spotlight the vibrant flavors and culinary traditions of Peru. Meanwhile, Flavors of Bollywood, hosted by chefs Maneet Chauhan and Vijay Kumar, will bring together bold flavors, culture and culinary storytelling for a one-of-a-kind Festival experience.
Bank of America's FoodieCon®, presented by Sunset Grown, returns to NYCWFF for a full day of food, fun and nonstop discovery, bringing together some of the biggest names in content creation for an experience unlike anything else at the Festival.
For those looking to experience the excitement of NYCWFF on a larger scale, the Festival’s signature events bring together exceptional food, drinks, music and entertainment in an energetic atmosphere.
There are two opportunities to experience the Grand Tasting featuring Culinary Demonstrations presented by Bosch Home Appliances - Saturdays session will be hosted by Marcus Samuelsson and Andrew Rea of @BingingwithBabish and Sunday will be hosted by Ayesha Nurdjaja and Michael Symon. Guests can sample dishes from some of the city’s most exciting restaurants, discover new flavors and enjoy live entertainment alongside fellow food lovers. Meanwhile, more intimate experiences offer the opportunity to get up close with some of the industry’s most talented chefs and personalities.
While the Festival has continued to grow and evolve since its debut nearly two decades ago, its mission has remained the same: bringing people together through the shared experience of food while supporting important charitable causes. That sense of community remains at the heart of NYCWFF, creating a place where chefs, restaurants, brands and guests can come together to celebrate the creativity and diversity of the culinary world.
Tickets and additional information are available now. Start planning your ultimate food-filled weekend when the Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Invesco QQQ returns to the Seaport October 15–18, 2026.
