# Event Details - **Event Name**: Live Fire Experience - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Kick off ACF Convention Week with a live fire culinary event at Rosa Parks Circle—featuring chefs, bold flavors, and open-fire cooking.About this EventLive Fire Experience at Rosa Parks CircleMonday, June 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PMThe ACF Greater Grand Rapids Chefs Association invites you to an unforgettable evening of fire, flavor, and culinary creativity in partnership with the ACF National Convention.Set in the heart of downtown at Rosa Parks Circle, this open-air Live Fire Event is the perfect community gathering to kick off National Convention week—bringing together chefs, industry professionals, and food lovers for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience.What to Expect:Experience the art of cooking over an open flame as local chefs and ACF culinary teams present a variety of live-fire stations. Each station will showcase unique techniques, global flavors, and bold creativity—from classic American barbecue to Beijing duck and beyond.This event is more than a tasting—it's a celebration of culinary tradition, innovation, and community. Whether you're a chef, a foodservice professional, or simply passionate about great food, this is your chance to connect with some of the industry's finest while enjoying an incredible lineup of dishes prepared right before your eyes.Ticket PricingComplimentary Admission – Full Registration Convention AttendeesAvailable to individuals with full credentials for the ACF National Convention. Your registration includes access to this event at no additional cost.$25 – ACF Members & Limited Convention AccessAvailable to any ACF Member and for those involved in the convention but without full credentials, including trade show vendors, competitors and daily pass holders.$50 – Food & Beverage Industry Professionals (Non-ACF Members)Designed for chefs, operators, and industry professionals who are not ACF members but want to attend, network, and experience the event.$100 – General AdmissionOpen to the public, including guests of convention attendees and ticket holders. Perfect for food enthusiasts and community members looking to experience an unforgettable night of live fire cooking and culinary talent.Join us as we gather around the fire to honor one of the oldest and most powerful cooking traditions—live fire—and kick off an exciting week of the ACF National Convention! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-rapids/live-fire-experience/100001987190198377 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, business, exhibitions, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 108.55, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Grand Rapids - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Rosa Parks Circle - **lat**: 42.9655583 - **long**: -85.6717116 - **full address**: Rosa Parks Circle, 135 Monroe Center Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Live Fire Experience - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/03c5810bba8d846d881d523e52bb8fae3ee89dc75dbb00a56ee8abb24f2dbbfa-rimg-w1200-h800-dc14141a-gmir.jpg?v=1775994410 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Live Fire Experience being held? - **A:** Live Fire Experience takes place on Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 29 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Rosa Parks Circle, 135 Monroe Center Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Live Fire Experience? - **A:** Tickets for Live Fire Experience are priced at USD 109 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityACF Member & Limited Convention AccessUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailableFood & Beverage Industry Professionals (Non-ACF)USD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailableGeneral AdmissionUSD 109 + USD 9 feeAvailableACF National Convention Full RegistrantFreeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Live Fire Experience? - **A:** Live Fire Experience is organized by American Culinary Federation of Greater Grand Rapids. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Live Fire Experience 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 Grand Rapids, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Since our inception, little has changed in our principal goals. We are an organization based on promoting the professional image of American chefs worldwide through education of culinarians at all levels.\r\nThe American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF), ACF’s educational arm, is a nonprofit and is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service with a 501(c)(3) tax exempt status. Donations to the ACFEF are tax deductible—please consult your tax advisor for further guidance. Entities under the ACFEF include apprenticeship, programmatic accreditation, American Academy of Chefs, Chef & Child Foundation, Senior Chefs and ACF Culinary Team USA.\r\nACF is the culinary leader in offering educational resources, training, apprenticeship and programmatic accreditation designed to enhance professional growth for all current and future chefs and pastry chefs. In addition, ACF operates the most comprehensive certification program for chefs in the United States. 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