# Event Details - **Event Name**: Chicago Fair Trade's World Fair Trade Day Fest 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Dream Big & Wake Up to a Fairer World: Celebrate World Fair Trade Day and get a chance to win a fair trade, organic premium bed.About this EventWouldn’t it be nice if we could all rest assured that the items we rely upon every day – the mattress we sleep on, the coffee that wakes us up, the ingredients in our meals, the rum in our nightcap – were made by people who are treated fairly for their labor? If you, too, dream of a fairer world, join us for a joyful World Fair Trade Day celebration!On Saturday, May 2, the Chicago Fair Trade Museum is throwing open its doors for a vibrant, all‑day celebration spotlighting five inspiring ethical business models that are reshaping their industries, featuring:Tasting sessions featuring rich fair trade coffee, exquisite olive oils, and small‑batch rumA fascinating presentation on sustainable, ethically made mattressesA lively, insight‑packed panel conversation exploring what ethical business looks like in practiceBetween sessions, guests can wander through our museum exhibits, shop for beautiful and meaningful goods in our fair trade store, enjoy fair trade refreshments, and play fun games to win fair trade prizes. And don’t miss our grand prize drawing—one lucky attendee will take home a brand‑new fair trade Earthfoam mattress!It’s a day of learning, tasting, celebrating, and championing the people who make our world more just and sustainable.With a $20 donation to join the event*, you’ll receive an entry into our raffle for a brand‑new Earthfoam fair trade mattress in the size of your choice. It’s a win‑win: support fair trade, fuel the celebration, and maybe head home with the dreamiest prize of all!Here’s what’s happening throughout the day:11 am- 12 pm Coffee tasting with Andrea Woolverton, co-founder ofTwin Engine Coffee champions Nicaraguan coffees crafted entirely at origin. Their model centers farmers, fair wages, and environmental stewardship while celebrating local expertise, keeping value in Nicaragua, and delivering delicious coffees with a mission rooted in dignity and sustainability.12:30 pm to 1:30 pm Presentation and Q&A with Karl Shevick, co-founder/ CEO of Earthfoam is dedicated to transforming sleep through truly ethical, fully traceable natural rubber mattresses. Earthfoam partners directly with smallholder farmers, ensuring fair wages and clean supply chains while delivering exceptional comfort and championing environmental responsibility, worker dignity, and transparency in the mattress industry.2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Ethical business model panel discussion with moderator Shelly RuzickaTake part in a discussion with ethical business leaders and learn how companies build transparency into their supply chains, ensure fair wages, and create worker ownership; explore topics like regenerative agriculture, circular‑economy design, community‑rooted entrepreneurship, and what it takes to scale ethically; and hear real‑world examples of challenges, innovations, and visions for a more just economy.Shelly Ruzicka is a labor‑rights advocate and longtime communications leader at Arise Chicago. She amplifies worker voices, advances fair workplace policies, and builds powerful coalitions for economic justice. She was also a 2026 CFT Changemaker Award recipient.4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Olive oil tasting with Karmel Abufarha of Canaan Palestine is a pioneering fair-trade food company that uplifts Palestinian farming communities through regenerative agriculture. Working with thousands of small‑scale growers, they produce exceptional artisanal foods while preserving cultural traditions and centering land stewardship and economic resilience.5:30 pm to 6:30 pm Rum tasting with Daniel Reguiera of Chicago Cane Cooperative is a worker‑owned venture bringing transparency and justice to the rum supply chain. By partnering directly with sugarcane farmers, the cooperative ensures fair wages, regenerative agriculture, and community investment. Their craft rums celebrate culture and offer a new model for ethical, people‑powered spirits.We can’t wait to celebrate with you! Come for the fair trade magic, stay for the tastings, and leave with your heart (and maybe your sleep!) transformed.*If a donation is a barrier for you, please contact us, and we will make it work! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/090bfff0-3d52-11f1-aafe-8d25a272ea36-rimg-w1200-h566-dcdedbd8-gmir.jpg Daniel Reguira of Chicago Cane Cooperative https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/0948bad0-3d52-11f1-9fd2-1932890f8494-rimg-w1200-h542-dcd6c3ac-gmir.jpg Karmel Abufarha of Canaan Palestine https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/097cc320-3d52-11f1-946b-a12f2c65e4b3-rimg-w1200-h523-dcc1a878-gmir.jpg Andrea Woolverton of Twin Engine Coffee https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/09bfe6a0-3d52-11f1-aafe-8d25a272ea36-rimg-w1200-h568-dcfefefe-gmir.jpg Karl Shevick of Earthfoam - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chicago-fair-trades-world-fair-trade-day-fest-2026/100001987709708245 - **Event Categories**: business, festivals, nonprofit, art, fine-arts, funfairs - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 10, max: 23.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store - **lat**: 41.9673695 - **long**: -87.6590136 - **full address**: Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store, 4704 North Broadway, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Chicago Fair Trade's World Fair Trade Day Fest 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/249328be6efa94eec1d649a4dd2a132204ac2693acb6ed5351efe4054c2ff9a5-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1776755837 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Chicago Fair Trade's World Fair Trade Day Fest 2026 being held? - **A:** Chicago Fair Trade's World Fair Trade Day Fest 2026 takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Chicago Fair Trade Museum & Store, 4704 North Broadway, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Chicago Fair Trade's World Fair Trade Day Fest 2026? - **A:** Chicago Fair Trade's World Fair Trade Day Fest 2026 is organized by Chicago Fair Trade. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Chicago Fair Trade's World Fair Trade Day Fest 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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