Houston’s culinary scene is getting ready for another delicious celebration as the 2026 Chefs For Farmers Houston Food & Wine Festival returns to Autry Park September 26–27.
Now in its fifth year in Houston, the two-day festival brings together some of the city’s most acclaimed chefs and restaurants for a weekend filled with exceptional food, wine, cocktails, music, and plenty of reasons to come hungry.
Among this year’s standout culinary talent are Thomas Bille of Belly of the Beast, winner of the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef: Texas award in 2025, and Evelyn Garcia and Henry Lu of JŪN, who took home the same prestigious honor in 2026. Their appearances add an extra layer of star power to an already impressive lineup of Houston culinary talent.
With different participating chefs and restaurants featured each day, the festival offers plenty to discover across the weekend.
More than 50 restaurants, chefs, caterers, bakeries, and other food destinations are currently slated to participate, including Blood Bros BBQ, Hugo’s, Musaafer, Original Ninfa’s, Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar, Pier 6 Seafood, Saigon Hustle, Common Bond, Guard and Grace Houston, Local Foods, Crawfish & Noodles, JŪN, Belly of the Beast, and many more.
And food is only part of the party. Guests can sip premium wines and spirits, sample craft cocktails, explore local vendors, enjoy live DJs and dance-offs, and take part in interactive experiences throughout the weekend.
With Autry Park providing the backdrop, the festival promises a lively celebration of the people and flavors that make Houston such an exciting food city.
It all happens at Autry Park. Photo courtesy of Chefs For Farmers Houston
There’s also a meaningful reason to raise a glass. Chefs For Farmers proudly supports the Houston Food Bank, which will once again participate in the festival. Guests can purchase Empty Bowls to support the organization’s important work addressing hunger throughout the Houston community. It’s an easy way to make a delicious weekend even more meaningful.
The festival has its roots in Dallas, where Chefs For Farmers began in 2010 as an intimate farm-to-table dinner. Since then, the event has grown into a Texas food and wine festival celebrating the chefs, artisans, farmers, and producers behind exceptional seasonal cuisine. Its Houston edition has become an anticipated part of the city’s culinary calendar.
Tickets are on sale now. General Admission single-day tickets start at $125, while VIP single-day tickets start at $175. Weekend passes start at $199 for General Admission and $279 for VIP.
For food lovers looking for a weekend packed with great bites, memorable pours, and Houston’s culinary stars, Chefs For Farmers is one event worth adding to the calendar.
Photo courtesy of Chefs For Farmers Houston
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