Taste of Lakewood

The Taste of Lakewood 20th Anniversary Party is officially SOLD OUT! On November 23, 2024, we’ll gather at the Lake Erie Building, 13000 Athens Avenue, to celebrate 20 years of indulgence with food from Lakewood restaurants, music, dancing, and a shared commitment to supporting local businesses and future leaders. VIP ticketholders can arrive at 5:30 PM for the exclusive cocktail hour, while General Admission begins at 6:30 PM. We can’t wait to share this unforgettable celebration with you!

Sponsorship Opportunities

great food, dancing, auction, prizes, and more

Celebrate the big 2-0!

Join us as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Taste of Lakewood with a dazzling soirée that promises an unforgettable evening of culinary delights, live entertainment, and Chamber fundraising! This  fundraiser event is an opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of Lakewood business owners today, and the future leaders of tomorrow.

Our event will be held in the stylish Lake Erie Building Events space on Athens Avenue in Lakewood. Indulge your senses with a tantalizing array of dishes from some of Lakewood’s finest restaurants, each showcasing their signature creations, from mouthwatering appetizers to delectable desserts. Wash down the delectable flavors with a selection of beverages including beer, wine, a signature cocktail crafted just for the occasion, a coffee bar for a caffeine kick, and refreshing soft drinks. As a VIP, arrive early for cocktail hour: listen to the smooth tunes of live cocktail music, setting the perfect ambiance for an evening of community and celebration. Then dance the rest of the night away as we switch up the music with more upbeat selections. Plus, you will have the chance to bid on exclusive auction and raffle items, filled with treasures and experiences that are sure to delight.

SO GET READY FOR NOVEMBER 23!
Join us as we celebrate our restaurants, current and future business leaders, and the community that we all thrive in.

TICKETS NO LONGER AVAILABLE – SOLD OUT

cocktail at Western Reserve Distillers in Lakewood
Scholorships for Lakewood

Scholarships

The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce scholarship program, funded in part from the Taste of Lakewood, will award  scholarships in 2024.

Woman eating tasty treat

restaurants

Upon arrival, you will have unlimited access to the culinary delights on offer. VIP attendees will enjoy an additional cocktail hour ahead of the festivities.

Musician playing guitar and singing

music + dancing

Live music will play during the VIP cocktail hour. Then we will transition to more upbeat selections, inviting everyone to dance the night away in style.

Lakewood home goods for sale

auction + raffles

We are committed to local business owners and future leaders. This fundraising event helps us continue our service to the community.

Participating Restaurants

Aladdins Eatery
Angelo's Pizza
Branch Sauce Co BBQ in Lakewood, Ohio
Crumb and Spigot Restaurant
Crumb and Spigot Restaurant
Deweys Pizza
Lakewood Restaurant - Despina's Bakery
Goodkind Coffee in Lakewood, Ohio
Italian Creations Restaurant
KB Confections in Lakewood, Ohio
Melt Bar & Grilled
KB Confections in Lakewood, Ohio
Western Reserve Distillers Cocktail

THANK YOU to Western Reserve Distillers, for creating the special signature cocktail for this year’s Taste of Lakewood 20th Anniversary Celebration. We can’t wait to see and taste this special drink! We will also be serving beer from local businesses – Immigrant Son Brewery and wine chosen by Rozis Wine House.

Lauren Small

CEO & President, Lakewood Chamber of Commerce

Want to add your restaurant, join our silent auction or learn about sponsorship levels? Contact us at the Chamber today!

2024 Co-Presenters

Working together to co-present this magical evening

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2024 Gold Sponsor

2024 Silver Sponsors

Event Details

EVENT CO-PRESENTERS
Lakewood Chamber of Commerce
Cleveland Magazine

Convey360
Lake Erie Building Events

TASTE OF LAKEWOOD 20th Anniversary Party
November 23, 2024
6:30pm-10:00pm
General Admission Ticket: $75
Ticket includes: Food catered by some of the best restaurants in Lakewood, 2 drink tickets (beer, wine or mocktail), DJ entertainment from Burning River Entertainment Group, Dancing, a Photo Booth, Free Parking, 50/50 Raffle tickets available for purchase, Signature cocktail created by Western Reserve Distillers, available for purchase, Silent Auction, Raffle Prize tickets for a chance to win dinner for 6 from PierW (valued at $500) available for purchase.

VIP EXPERIENCE
Cocktail Hour: 5:30pm-6:30pm
Special Seating: 6:30pm-10:00pm
VIP Ticket: $125
Ticket includes all General Admission ticket offerings PLUS: Early admission VIP Cocktail Hour, featuring live music, Complimentary signature cocktail or mocktail created by Western Reserve Distillers, Access to preferred + free (first come, first served) parking, Hors d’oeuvres, and a Free Raffle Ticket for a chance to win dinner for 6 from PierW (valued at $500).

THANK YOU 2022 SPONSORS
Dollar Bank
University of Akron Lakewood
Tri-C

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