# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Celebrity Chef Challenge: Downtown Throwdown
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: As we celebrate America's 250th anniversary, we wanted this year's event to do more than showcase great food—we wanted it to celebrate the downtowns that have long been the heart of our communities. Through Downtown Throwdown, we're highlighting the unique restaurants, businesses, and Main Streets throughout the regions Spectrum Generations serves while helping bring recognition and excitement back to these vibrant downtown districts. 

Introducing a new group of three chefs who will each create a beautifully crafted meal for you to enjoy and vote on! Join us as we experience these culinary delights along with a cash bar, hors d’oeuvres (by Maine Pine Catering), live music, silent auction, the donations paddle raiser and cast YOUR vote for the People's Choice Award! 

Reserve your tickets:
$75 per person | $300 table of 4
$450 table of 6 | $600 table of 8

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE INCLUDING TABLES!

We are so pleased to welcome and present this year's chef competitors:

🏅Chef Elisha Irland of The Oak Table & Bar in Augusta 
🏅Chef Stacie Blouin-Grondin of Bistro 165 in Brunswick 
🏅Chef Sydney Garns of Salt Wharf in Camden 

With special guest emcee, Matt James, Brand Manager and morning show host for 92 Moose (WMME-FM) and co-host of the Q Morning Show on WJBQ-Q97.9 in Portland. 

All proceeds support Spectrum Generations' programs and services, including Meals on Wheels. 

Register your table of colleagues and friends to spend the evening tasting delectable cuisine while supporting your community. We look forward to seeing you at the event!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/augusta/celebrity-chef-challenge-downtown-throwdown/200030645122445
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, music, contests, nonprofit, live-music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 21

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Augusta
- **state**: ME
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive, Augusta, ME
- **lat**: 44.34244
- **long**: -69.79897
- **full address**: Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive, Augusta, ME, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Celebrity Chef Challenge: Downtown Throwdown
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/a9e66e0d7e2fcbd789cd9cbe3df51c32493e9a46bfe9592f5027b2c1a5b6e095-rimg-w1200-h675-dc081828-gmir?v=1788300585

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Celebrity Chef Challenge: Downtown Throwdown being held?
  - **A:** Celebrity Chef Challenge: Downtown Throwdown takes place on Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive, Augusta, ME, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Celebrity Chef Challenge: Downtown Throwdown?
  - **A:** Celebrity Chef Challenge: Downtown Throwdown is organized by Spectrum Generations.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Celebrity Chef Challenge: Downtown Throwdown 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 Augusta, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Celebrity Chef Challenge: Downtown Throwdown sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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