# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 19th Annual Gourmet Lunchbox Lunch
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 11:30 am – Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The Gourmet Lunchbox Lunch is an afternoon of meaningful connection, inspiring stories, and community impact. Held at the beautiful Millennium Event Center, the event features thoughtfully prepared lunches from some of our favorite local restaurants before guests hear from acclaimed author, speaker, and autism advocate Tiffany Hammond. Together, we'll celebrate the many ways people express themselves and build relationships through this year's theme, Communication Beyond Words.

Diagnosed as autistic in adulthood, Tiffany Hammond is a writer, storyteller, and passionate advocate for disability inclusion and the belief that communication is a fundamental human right. She is the New York Times bestselling author of A Day with No Words and the founder of Fidgets and Fries. Through her authentic storytelling, Tiffany encourages audiences to embrace neurodiversity, rethink assumptions about communication, and recognize the unique strengths and voices of every individual.

The Gourmet Lunchbox Lunch is more than a fundraiser—it's an opportunity to grow a community of people who believe in creating brighter futures for autistic individuals and their families. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and restaurant partners, the event is free to attend, making it accessible to all. 

Whether guests choose to give financially, volunteer their time, or simply share our mission with others, every act of support helps expand the impact of ABC of NC.

Here are all the details you need to know:
Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
Millennium Event Center 
101 W 5th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Doors open at 11:00 a.m.
Admission is free, but you must register using this link: https://e.givesmart.com/events/Pqb/?isOrderFormActive=true
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/winston-salem/19th-annual-gourmet-lunchbox-lunch/200030602715523
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, art, literary-art, nonprofit, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Winston Salem
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Millennium Center
- **lat**: 36.10021
- **long**: -80.24562
- **full address**: The Millennium Center, 101 W 5th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101-3825, United States, Winston Salem

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 19th Annual Gourmet Lunchbox Lunch being held?
  - **A:** 19th Annual Gourmet Lunchbox Lunch takes place on Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 11:30 am to Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Millennium Center, 101 W 5th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101-3825, United States, Winston Salem.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 19th Annual Gourmet Lunchbox Lunch?
  - **A:** 19th Annual Gourmet Lunchbox Lunch is organized by ABC of NC.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 19th Annual Gourmet Lunchbox Lunch 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 Winston Salem, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 19th Annual Gourmet Lunchbox Lunch sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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