The Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival Returns With a Five-Day Feast

The Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival is set to bring another packed week of culinary experiences and charity-driven events to the region from April 7 to April 11, 2026, with programming spread across Tampa, St. Petersburg, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa, and Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. Organisers describe it as an annual spring showcase of local talent alongside nationally recognised food, wine, and spirits brands, with proceeds supporting nonprofit community initiatives through CI Foundation Inc.’s EAT SMART program.

The week begins with St. Pete dinners on Tuesday, April 7, followed by Tampa collaborations on Wednesday, April 8, giving guests the chance to book curated multi-course experiences at standout restaurants rather than one single venue. In St. Petersburg, the lineup includes stops such as Il Ritorno, Birch & Vine, and a Vinoy-centred centennial dinner, while Tampa’s schedule features places like Meat Market, Timpano, American Social, Epicurean, and Ash, with chef partnerships and beverage pairings built into the experience.