# Event Details

- **Event Name**: TEAM's Community Cookoff (Men Who Cook) 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: TEAM’s beloved Men Who Cook event is back with a new name – Community Cookoff!

Expect the same great food, drinks, raffles, music & fun! This year’s event will be held on Saturday, April 25th.

TEAM’s 18th Annual Community Cookoff (formerly known as Men Who Cook) fundraiser will be held on Saturday, April 25th, 2026. We hope you will be able to join us for an evening of culinary creations from dozens of volunteer chefs in our community, along with drinks, dancing and raffles.

This event is essential to keep TEAM programs such as Meals on Wheels and medical transportation, community diaper bank, support services including housing, food, and home heating help, income tax assistance and so much more… fully operative & accessible, and able to meet the needs of all who turn to us in the most difficult of circumstances. We hope you will stand alongside us as we aim to ensure all our neighbors have the support and resources they need. And by attending the Community Cookoff, you will be a part of making a meaningful difference in the lives of over 19,000 individuals and families who turn to TEAM each year. This is a record number of people served – the needs in our community continue to grow, and we must make sure TEAM is able to respond!

Space is limited! Please purchase your tickets as soon as possible. Tickets include everything – all you can eat food, drinks, music & dancing and fun – and can be purchased via check or cash to TEAM, Inc. 30 Elizabeth St, Derby, CT Attn: Cookoff. Or, purchase your tickets online at givebutter.com/teamcookoff. Sponsorship opportunities are also available! Any questions can be directed to Lillian McKenzie at lmckenzie@teaminc.org.

EVENT INCLUDES:

All you can eat food
Open bar – beer, wine, mixed drinks, soft drinks & water
Raffles – top prize is a 7-day cruise!
Music & entertainment including Chaz of Chaz & AJ as our guest emcee!
Fun photobooth
And More!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ansonia/teams-community-cookoff-men-who-cook-2026/200029749901112
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 116

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ansonia
- **state**: CT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 119 Pulaski Hwy, Ansonia, CT 06401-2926, United States
- **lat**: 41.3311
- **long**: -73.04952
- **full address**: 119 Pulaski Hwy, Ansonia, CT 06401-2926, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is TEAM's Community Cookoff (Men Who Cook) 2026 being held?
  - **A:** TEAM's Community Cookoff (Men Who Cook) 2026 takes place on Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 pm at 119 Pulaski Hwy, Ansonia, CT 06401-2926, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing TEAM's Community Cookoff (Men Who Cook) 2026?
  - **A:** TEAM's Community Cookoff (Men Who Cook) 2026 is organized by TEAM, Inc..
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** TEAM's Community Cookoff (Men Who Cook) 2026 is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ansonia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 110+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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