In between the samples, spontaneous meetings, 15,000-step days, make room for fun in your Show schedule. Check out our schedule of events and celebrations - we'll see you out there!

2025 Winter Show Ribbon Cutting

2025 Winter Show Ribbon Cutting

Sunday, January 19
9:45 - 10 am | Convention Center Concourse, W1 Entrance

Join SFA president Bill Lynch, representatives of our Partner Country Italy, and the Fancy Food Show community as we prepare to kick off the 49th Winter Show.


First Night Celebration

First Night Celebration

Sunday, January 19
4:00 - 5:30 pm | The Atrium at the Convention Center

Let's party! Step directly from the Show Floor into a winter wonderland of fun, music, drinks, and connection. SFA will be making a very special announcement live during this celebration - be there to hear it first and enjoy the company of our wonderful community. Complimentary and open to all Show participants.

Buyer Welcome Reception

Buyer Welcome Reception

Saturday, January 18
5 - 7 pm | The Collins, Fountainbleu Hotel
Invite Only

Before the hustle takes over on Sunday, registered buyers are invited to spend some time catching up, talking shop, and kicking back in a relaxed environment. This is an invite-only event. Buyer attendees will receive their invitations via email.

New Member Party

New Member Party

Saturday, January 18
6:00 - 8:00 pm | The Strat Hotel
Invite Only

To express our gratitude for our newest member companies, we'll welcome them to the Fancy Food Show experience with a "night zero" celebration. This is an invite-only event. Recent SFA members will receive their invitations via email for the party.

Fancy Face-Off & Maker Prep Graduation

Fancy Face-Off & Maker Prep Graduation

Monday, January 20
4:00 - 5:30 pm | Main Stage, Booth 752

Be part of one of the Winter Show's most exciting moments: the Fancy Face-Off pitch competition! Four SFA members will present their products and stories to a panel of experts and our live audience. One brand will walk away with a Grand Prize worth more than $22,000!

Plus: Maker Prep Course's class of Winter 2025 graduation. These early-stage makers have completed six months of immersive education and work - join in as we celebrate them!