This September, the culinary soul of the South takes center stage as the 2025 Atlanta Food & Wine Festival returns to Historic Fourth Ward Park from September 11–14, 2025.
Food lovers from Atlanta, Alpharetta, Marietta, Duluth, and Norcross will gather for four indulgent days packed with gourmet tastings, star-studded chef demos, and immersive experiences that explore the heart of Southern cuisine and beyond.
With over 200 of the most celebrated chefs in attendance, this year’s theme, “States of Motion,” promises to take guests on a flavorful journey across regions, generations, and cultures. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or a curious newcomer, this festival is your passport to the finest flavors the South has to offer.
The South’s Most Celebrated Culinary Festival
Since its debut in 2011, the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival has evolved into one of the Southeast’s most prestigious culinary gatherings. Created to honor the rich food traditions of the Southern U.S., the festival draws a sophisticated audience of chefs, mixologists, restauranteurs, and epicureans from all over the country.
Attendees will enjoy multiple days of indulgent tastings, signature dinners, and live culinary demonstrations led by some of the region’s brightest talents.
“The goal is to spotlight the incomparable flavors of the region,
all while having a wonderful time with the community.”
The event is best known for its Tasting Tents, presented by Goya Foods, where ticket holders can explore curated bites, wines, and spirits—all while mingling with award-winning chefs and discovering new regional favorites.
“States of Motion”: Where Culture and Cuisine Converge
This year’s theme, States of Motion, reflects how food transcends borders, moving through time, place, and memory. According to festival organizers, it’s all about celebrating how food connects people—across regions, generations, and traditions.
Expect events that go far beyond the plate:
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Story-driven cooking demonstrations
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Interactive tastings highlighting migration and innovation
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Immersive dining experiences curated by both legacy chefs and rising stars
It’s a rare opportunity to see—and taste—how the South’s culinary roots are evolving in real time.
Festival-goers may even find themselves rubbing elbows with celebrity chefs or discovering the next James Beard contender—all while sipping a fine bourbon or noshing on a chef’s latest reinvention of shrimp and grits.
What You’ll Experience at This Year’s Festival
Whether you’re coming from Downtown Atlanta, driving in from Alpharetta, or making a foodie pilgrimage from Duluth or Norcross, the 2025 Atlanta Food & Wine Festival offers a wide range of attractions:
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Tasting Tents (September 12–14): A walk-around experience with hundreds of curated tastings, cocktails, and wine pairings.
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Culinary Demos: Get a front-row seat to learn from the chefs behind your favorite Atlanta restaurants and southern kitchens.
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Specialty Dinners: Limited-seating gourmet experiences featuring regional and international cuisine in beautifully designed settings.
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Community Vibes: Live music, art installations, and social lounges that create a vibrant, upscale festival atmosphere.
“This year’s festival will have an emphasis on innovation and community!”
Historic Fourth Ward Park offers the perfect setting—lush, walkable, and embedded in the cultural heartbeat of Atlanta.
How to Attend the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
Ready to plan your visit? Tickets are now available via the official Atlanta Food & Wine Festival website. From all-inclusive Tasting Tent passes to exclusive chef-led dinners, there are packages to suit every taste and tier.
Festival Dates:
🗓️ September 11–14, 2025
📍 Historic Fourth Ward Park | 680 Dallas St NW, Atlanta, GA 30308
Even if you’re not a culinary connoisseur, this festival offers the perfect late-summer experience—a gathering of flavor, culture, and community at the highest level.
Why the Festival Matters to Atlanta and Beyond
The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival is more than an epicurean event. It’s a celebration of the South’s evolving culinary identity—a space where old traditions meet new voices. And for Atlanta-area food lovers, it’s a chance to support and engage with local chefs, restaurants, and artisan producers in a meaningful and delicious way.
This year’s theme reminds us that food is never static—it moves, adapts, tells stories, and connects us across every imaginable border. And there’s no better place to experience that journey than right here in Atlanta.
Your Invitation to Savor the South
Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the most iconic food festivals in the Southeast. With over 200 acclaimed chefs, an unbeatable lineup of tastings and experiences, and the beauty of Atlanta in the late summer, the 2025 Atlanta Food & Wine Festival is set to be the culinary event of the year.
Come hungry, stay curious, and celebrate the flavors that make the South unforgettable.
