

# Food Festivals 2026 In Downers Grove | Food & Drinks Events In Downers Grove

- **Subtitle**: Downers Grove Food Festival. List of food, wine & beer festivals with cooking classes and food related events in Downers Grove.
- **Category**: Food & Drinks
- **Display Name**: Food & Drink events
- **Type**: category

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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: Helicopter Dropped Easter Egg Event
  - **Description**: Join us for an epic Easter egg hunt where choppers rain down colorful surprises from the sky—get ready for an egg-citing adventure!About this EventBring the kids and join us for a new twist on a traditional family favorit
  - **Date**: Sat, 04 Apr at 11:00 am – Sat, 04 Apr at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/aurora/helicopter-dropped-easter-egg-event/100001984397068049
  - **Venue**: 3000 Liberty St
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## Food & Drinks Events in Downers Grove

- **Event Name**: Downers Grove North Class of 1976 Reunion
  - **Description**: Downers Grove North Alumni Bicentennial Class of 1976! It's our Golden 50th Class Reunion! Can't wait to see you Spirit of '76! Go Trojans!About this Event🎉 Downers Grove North Class of 1976 – Homecoming R
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downers-grove/downers-grove-north-class-of-1976-reunion/100001984930955922
  - **Venue**: Ballydoyle Irish Pub &amp; Restaurant
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  - **Price**: USD 83
  - **Categories**: workshops, sports, music, entertainment, football, parades, live-music
- **Event Name**: 03 May 2026. Pratibha Jairath's Luau Hawaiian Party
  - **Description**: PRATIBHA JAIRATH PRESENTS

Luau Hawaiian Party
03 May 2026 at 11:30 AM
Escape to paradise and enjoy a Hawaiian-inspired Event!
Venue Address: 1620, 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516

Tickets: Regular $45. VIP $75 
(Ticket price Includes Appetizers, Lunch,
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  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 11:30 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downers-grove/03-may-2026-pratibha-jairaths-luau-hawaiian-party/200029648820742
  - **Venue**: 1620, 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, parties, music, live-music
- **Event Name**: Introduction to Mahjong at Cadence Kitchen
  - **Description**: This event is perfect for beginners with no mahjong experience or returning players who need a refresh of the rules and game play.About this EventLearn to Play Mahjong!Come join us
  - **Date**: Wed Apr 15 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed Apr 15 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downers-grove/introduction-to-mahjong-at-cadence-kitchen/100001983993061655
  - **Venue**: Cadence Kitchen &amp; Co
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  - **Price**: USD 71
- **Event Name**: Mahjong Card Analysis at Bubbly Side of Life
  - **Description**: The new card is almost here!  Join us as we break it down and play together!About this EventMahjong Card Analysis at Bubbly Side of Life • Come Learn the 2026 CardThe new National
  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 12:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downers-grove/mahjong-card-analysis-at-bubbly-side-of-life/100001984239708382
  - **Venue**: Bubbly Side of Life
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  - **Price**: USD 77
- **Event Name**: Beginner Mahjong and Bubbly Night
  - **Description**: Come join us for a fun evening learning American Mahjong while sipping on some bubbly - perfect for beginners!About this EventMahjong at Bubbly Side of Life • Beginner Mahjong Basics
  - **Date**: Wed May 13 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed May 13 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downers-grove/beginner-mahjong-and-bubbly-night/100001985302284576
  - **Venue**: Bubbly Side of Life
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  - **Price**: USD 98
  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Mahjong 102 & Guided play at Michelle Gentile Interiors
  - **Description**: This event is perfect for players with some mahjong experience who want to learn more about rules and strategy.About this EventMahjong 102 is designed for players who understand the fundamentals of American Mahjong and ar
  - **Date**: Wed Apr 22 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed Apr 22 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downers-grove/mahjong-102-and-guided-play-at-michelle-gentile-interiors/100001983663197021
  - **Venue**: Michelle Gentile Interiors + Home
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  - **Price**: USD 55
  - **Categories**: Workshops
- **Event Name**: A Pop-Up Shop
  - **Description**: Admission is $2

Quilt kits, quilt tops, fabric bundles, hand dyed fabric, precuts, rulers, panels, books, patterns, and a wide range of items. 

Also enjoy special treats at our Bake Sale!
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Apr 11 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downers-grove/a-pop-up-shop/200029728353759
  - **Venue**: Faith United Methodist Church
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- **Event Name**: IPPI After Hours @ Team Rehab
  - **Description**: Don an ugly sweater, grab a $25 white elephant gift and join us for the holiday edition of IPPI After Hours! On Dec. 9 between 7-9pm, we will be at Team Rehabilitation Physical Therapy  in Downers Grove, IL, eating, drinking and being merry as we learn mo
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  - **Date**: Wed Dec 09 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downers-grove/ippi-after-hours-team-rehab/200029849340155
  - **Venue**: Team Rehab Downers Grove
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  - **Categories**: ugly-christmas-sweater-day, holiday

## Trending Events in Downers Grove

- **Event Name**: Season Opener: Cars & Sushi
  - **Description**: 🚗🍣Season Opener: Cars &amp; Sushi 🍣 🚗

This season is starting off the right way. 🔥Join us for Cars &amp; Sushi as we bring the car community together for a night of clean builds, good vibes, and amazing food.

Pull up, grab some sushi from Sushi City, ch
  - **Venue**: Sushi City
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Chicagoland Mopar Connection (CMC) Mo-Power Madness Car Show & Swap Meet
  - **Description**: Classic and Modern Mopar Car Show &amp; Swap Meet Celebrating CMC Members and their CarsLocation: Cozzi Corner Hot Dogs &amp; Beef - 1202 75th St. Downers Grove, IL 60516• $25 per Swap Space  - Vendor Setup 7am• $20 Award Class  -
  - **Venue**: Cozzi Corner Hot Dogs, Beef & Catering
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- **Event Name**: Mo-Power Madness 2026
  - **Description**: June 7th 2026 9am-3pm ish
Annual Car Show &amp; Swap Meet
Cozzi Corner - Downers Grove IL

Contact: Steve Bertok hockey4sb@gmail.com
331-645-7500

Swap Spaces Call: Ron Jones
630-546-3855
sprbrdron@yahoo.com
  - **Venue**: Cozzi Corner Hot Dogs, Beef, & Catering
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- **Event Name**: Easter Brunch Buffet with the Easter Bunny & Kids Egg Hunt at Osteria by Capri | Downers Grove
  - **Description**: 🐣 Celebrate Easter Sunday with family and friends at a festive Easter Brunch Buffet at Osteria by Capri, hosted inside the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Downers Grove.

Guests will enjoy an abundant brunch experience featuring chef-prepared Italian specialt
  - **Venue**: 2111 Butterfield Road , Downers Grove, IL, United States, Illinois 60515
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- **Event Name**: Kicked Out of Choir
  - **Description**: NOT JUST ANOTHER 80's BAND!!!
Kicked Outta Choir is a Chicago-based Female Fronted 80's Cover band that specializes in the big hits and the "Forgotten Favorites " from the 19 80's. Dance, Rock, Pop, New Wave.
  - **Venue**: Ballydoyle - Downers Grove
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- **Event Name**: Labs On the Run!
  - **Description**: Join us for our Labs on the Run 5K Run/Walk, presented by Wet Nose!

This fun, family-friendly event helps us do what we love most: save the lives of Labrador Retrievers.

✔︎ Dogs are welcome—and encouraged!
✔︎ Race T-shirt included
✔︎ Vendors &amp; booth
  - **Venue**: Hidden Lake Forest Preserve
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- **Event Name**: 58th Annual Conference
  - **Description**: 2026 Illinois Society for Respiratory Care 58th Annual Conference

Join us for an engaging and insightful conference featuring an outstanding line up of speakers who will bring a wealth of experience and insight into the latest advancements in the respira
  - **Venue**: Doubletree Suites By Hilton Downers Grove
- **Event Name**: The Remedy Rocks Ballydoyle in Downer's Grove
  - **Description**: We LOVE rockin’ this venue! 🎸🔥

Ballydoyle Irish Pub brings the energy every time with its fun, loyal locals crowd and unbeatable neighborhood vibe. Add in a delicious Irish menu alongside all your favorite pub fare, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for
  - **Venue**: Ballydoyle - Downers Grove
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- **Event Name**: Chicago's Own Piano Man Band at BALLYDOYLE Downers Grove
  - **Description**: Join us for a high-energy night of unforgettable classics with Chicago’s Own Piano Man Band, featuring Nicholas Psyhogios and his 5-piece band performing the hits you love from Billy Joel and Elton John.
  - **Venue**: Ballydoyle - Downers Grove
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove?
  - **A:** Downers Grove North Class of 1976 Reunion (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 07:00 pm at Ballydoyle Irish Pub &amp; Restaurant), 03 May 2026. Pratibha Jairath's Luau Hawaiian Party (Sun May 03 2026 at 11:30 am at 1620, 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516), Introduction to Mahjong at Cadence Kitchen (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 06:00 pm at Cadence Kitchen &amp; Co), Mahjong Card Analysis at Bubbly Side of Life (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 10:00 am at Bubbly Side of Life), Beginner Mahjong and Bubbly Night (Wed May 13 2026 at 06:00 pm at Bubbly Side of Life).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Downers Grove this weekend April 3–5, 2026?
  - **A:** Helicopter Dropped Easter Egg Event (Sat, 04 Apr at 11:00 am at 3000 Liberty St).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Downers Grove in April 2026?
  - **A:** Introduction to Mahjong at Cadence Kitchen (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 06:00 pm at Cadence Kitchen &amp; Co), Mahjong Card Analysis at Bubbly Side of Life (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 10:00 am at Bubbly Side of Life), Mahjong 102 & Guided play at Michelle Gentile Interiors (Wed Apr 22 2026 at 06:30 pm at Michelle Gentile Interiors + Home), A Pop-Up Shop (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 10:00 am at Faith United Methodist Church), Helicopter Dropped Easter Egg Event (Sat, 04 Apr at 11:00 am at 3000 Liberty St).
- **Q**: How can I find Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove include Ballydoyle Irish Pub &amp; Restaurant, 1620, 75th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516, Cadence Kitchen &amp; Co.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove?
  - **A:** Prices for Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove range from USD 15 to USD 98. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove include DGN'76 Reunion Committee, Hello NRI, Colleen | Mariposa Mahjong.
- **Q**: Are there any online Food & Drinks events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Food & Drinks events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Food & Drinks events in Downers Grove?
  - **A:** Follow the Food & Drinks category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Food & Drinks events are listed in Downers Grove.

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