Upcoming Events
Food & Friends hosts and participates in events throughout the year to raise funds and awareness for our mission. From our signature Chef's Best gala to community volunteer days, there are many ways to get involved.
33rd Annual Chef's Best Dinner & Auction
When: Sunday, June 8, 2026
Where: Marriott Marquis Washington, D.C.
One of the region's most anticipated culinary events, Chef's Best brings together top chefs, mixologists, and community leaders to support Food & Friends' mission. This year's event features Chef Mauricio Chirinos of Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar as Chef Chair.
Chef's Best is expected to raise $1 million to support Food & Friends' programs across the D.C. region.
Learn More & RegisterThanksgiving Day Delivery
When: Thursday, November 27, 2026
Where: Food & Friends, 219 Riggs Road NE, Washington, D.C.
Join over 320 volunteers for our annual Thanksgiving delivery. Help us deliver complete Thanksgiving dinners to neighbors facing serious illnesses. This cherished Washington tradition ensures that no one faces the holidays alone.
Volunteer for ThanksgivingAnnual Events
Chef's Best Dinner & Auction
When: June (Annual)
Our signature fundraising event featuring the region's top chefs, live auction, and celebration of our mission. One of Washington D.C.'s most anticipated culinary events.
Learn More →Thanksgiving Delivery
When: November (Annual)
Our largest volunteer event of the year! Join hundreds of volunteers to deliver Thanksgiving meals to neighbors living with serious illnesses.
Volunteer →Move for Meals
When: October (Annual)
Our peer-to-peer fundraising event where participants move for a purpose. Run, bike, hike, or dance while raising funds to support our nutrition programs.
Learn More →New Volunteer Orientations
When: Monthly
Learn about volunteer opportunities and how you can help. Sessions held monthly with additional orientations before major events.
Sign Up →Past Events
Inaugural Move for Meals
Our community logged 32,000 minutes of movement and raised nearly $50,000 during the first Move for Meals event.
Thanksgiving 2025
320+ volunteers delivered 4,725 Thanksgiving meals to 945 neighbors facing serious illnesses and their families.
Host an Event
Interested in hosting a fundraiser or event to benefit Food & Friends? We welcome community-led initiatives from birthday parties to corporate events. Contact us to learn how you can make a difference.
Contact Us About Events