Los Angeles proudly hosts another food festival—but it absolutely needs this one. On Sunday, November 3, 2024, Los Angeles Magazine returns with the 18th annual FOOD Event, taking over the iconic Racetrack Club House at Santa Anita Park for an afternoon that promises to be equal parts indulgent, polished, and unmistakably L.A.
Set for 1:00–4:00 pm and open to guests 21+, this is not a chaotic walk-around tasting or a hype-driven pop-up. It’s a well-curated, chef-forward celebration of the city’s food and drink scene—one that has quietly become a fall tradition for people who actually care about what (and how) Los Angeles eats.
Why the FOOD Event Still Sets the Standard
Eighteen years in, the FOOD Event isn’t trying to prove itself. It already has.
What separates this event from the rest is restraint. The venue alone—the grand Racetrack Club House overlooking Santa Anita Park—sets a tone of old-school glamour and breathing room. Add live music, thoughtful pacing, and a crowd that shows up to taste (not rush), and you get an experience that feels elevated without being stiff.
If you’ve ever left a food festival overwhelmed, underfed, or wondering where the good stuff went—this is the antidote.
A Lineup That Reads Like a Snapshot of L.A. Dining
The 2024 roster reflects the diversity and depth that define Los Angeles right now.
Participating restaurants and chefs include Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery, Al Dente Pasta Shop, Arth Bar + Kitchen, Chef Luigi Fineo, City Club LA, Emporium Thai, Engine Co. No. 28, GiGi’s Palm Springs, Harold & Belle’s, L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele, Mi Piace, Pez Coastal Kitchen, Rabano, Santa Anita Park, Telefèric Barcelona, and Wife and the Somm.
Translation: global flavors, neighborhood institutions, and chef-driven concepts sharing space comfortably. This is L.A. as it actually exists—multicultural, flavor-forward, and confident.
Desserts Worth Saving Room For
If you think dessert is an afterthought, this event will correct you.
Sweet offerings include Bertha Mae’s Brownie Co., Lark Cake Shop, Malibu Meringue, Santai Coffee, Marsatta Chocolate, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and more. Expect everything from nostalgic comfort to refined pastry—because no one wants to end an afternoon like this on a bland note.
(Reminder: pace yourself early. You’ll want room.)
Wine, Spirits, and Smart Pairings
The beverage program is equally dialed in.
Guests can sample wines from Adobe Road Winery, Alta Colina Vineyard & Winery, Moraga Winery, Opolo Vineyards, Thacher Winery and Vineyard, New Zealand Wine Navigator, OrganicWines.com, and WinesofArmenia.com, alongside craft cocktails, spirits, and beer.
The focus isn’t on flexing obscure labels—it’s on pairing great drinks with great food in a way that actually makes sense. Balanced. Fun-loving. No palate burnout.
For context, culinary tourism remains one of L.A.’s biggest cultural drivers, according to Discover Los Angeles, with food-and-drink experiences ranking among the city’s top draws: https://www.discoverlosangeles.com.
Partners, Purpose, and Production
The FOOD Event 2024 is backed by an impressive group of partners, including BMW, Alex & Ani, Mountain Valley Spring Water, Empress 1908 Gin, Milagro Tequila, Suntory, Institute of Culinary Education, and more—supporting the experience without overshadowing it.
The event also partners with L.A. Works, reinforcing that this is a celebration rooted not just in indulgence, but in community.
Mini FAQ: Los Angeles Magazine FOOD Event 2024
Q: When is the Los Angeles Magazine FOOD Event 2024?
A: Sunday, November 3, 2024, from 1:00–4:00 pm.
Q: Where is it held?
A: The Racetrack Club House at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia.
Q: Is the event 21+?
A: Yes, valid ID is required.
Enjoy tasting it without chaos
If you care about food in Los Angeles—and you enjoy tasting it without chaos—the Los Angeles Magazine FOOD Event 2024 belongs on your calendar. One afternoon. One iconic venue. Dozens of chefs, wines, and flavors that actually represent the city. Tickets won’t wait, and neither should you.
Ticket Information: The 18th annual Los Angeles magazine the Food Event 2024 will take place on Sunday, November 3rd, 2024, in the Santa Anita Racetrack Club House at Santa Anita Park from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and this is a 21+ event. For more information and to get your tickets today, please visit LAMag.com/thefoodevent2024.
