May 17–20, 2025
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
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Young Professionals Networking Party
Connect with fellow young professionals after Sunday’s Show at The TAP at McCormick Place. Enjoy the opportunity to make new friends, explore different areas of foodservice, and savor drinks and tasty appetizers!
Date and Time: Sunday, May 18 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: TAP @ McCormick Place (Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Level 2, 2233 South King Drive)
Price: $50.00
Who Can Attend: Foodservice professionals 35 and under. Must be a registered attendee and 21+ to purchase tickets. Exhibiting companies are limited to 3 tickets each.
Exhibitors who are registered for the Show can purchase a ticket by using the link in their badge confirmation email.
If you are the main booth contact, exhibitors can purchase a YP party ticket by adding it to their badge registration in the Exhibitor Dashboard. Services for the Show – Badge Registration tiles.
If you need assistance, please contact Exhibitor Services here to register.
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Yes, Chef Trivia & Networking
Date and Time: Monday, May 19 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Fatpour McCormick Place (2206 S Indiana Ave, Chicago)
Price: Purchase a trivia team of 5 for $750
Who Can Attend: All team members must be 21+, non-Show attendees welcome.
Following the Show, challenge fellow foodservice professionals to trivia inspired by foodservice industry in pop culture. Test your knowledge of iconic food & restaurants from tv, movies, and media as you unwind from a busy day at the Show with delicious food and good company. Purchase a team of 5 and gather your co-workers, partners, and clients for an unforgettable night of networking, open bar, dinner, trivia, and prizes at Fatpour McCormick Place. Start working on your team name now as Best Team Spirit will also be awarded!
Purchase in your Exhibitor Dashboard – Branding Packages and Sponsorships – Sponsorships!
If you are not the main booth contact and do not have access to your company’s Exhibitor Dashboard, please contact Exhibitor Services here to register.
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