Harvest Fest 
HARVEST FEST 2026 
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
 
Date/Time: Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 5pm-8pm
Cost: $85
Location: Culinary Institute of Michigan, 336 W Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI 49440
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
 

Harvest Fest is Muskegon's premier fall culinary experience, bringing together exceptional food, drinks, and entertainment for an unforgettable evening!

Savor a variety of chef-inspired culinary creations prepared by the talented students of the Culinary Institute of Michigan, perfectly paired with an assortment of wines, craft beers, hard seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages.

Enjoy a fun night out for a great cause, featuring live music, exciting silent auction packages, a 50/50 raffle, and NEW this year—a Culinary Passport challenge and Beverage Bundle raffles for even more chances to win!

Tickets are $85 and include:

  • Admission to Harvest Fest
  • A seasonal Harvest Fest gift
  • One complimentary beverage ticket

A cash bar will also be available, featuring a signature Harvest Fest cocktail.

This event is open to guests 21 and older. A valid photo ID is required for entry.

Harvest Fest is a fundraiser to support local charitable organizations through the Rotary Foundation. Since 1994, the Muskegon Rotary Foundation has provided more than $530,000 in grants to non-profit organizations in the greater Muskegon area. Funding has supported various areas including community building, health, public art, education, and the environment.

 
2026 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES NOW AVAILABLE
Click HERE to download the sponsorship form. Cash (any amount) or in-kind donations also welcome! See details and payment link below.
 
VOLUNTEER
Volunteer sign up is open!  Click HERE to register. Volunteer opportunities include, set up crew, entrance/welcome, auction table, bartending, raffle sales, and more! All volunteers will get two discounted tickets - one ticket for yourself and the other ticket is for a non-Rotarian guest.  The discounted tickets are only $45 each! That is $40 off the regular priced ticket entrance fee of $85. The ticket includes one free drink ticket, all the food you can eat, and the event signature giveaway.
 
INTERESTED IN SUPPORTING? CLICK THE SPONSORSHIP LINK ABOVE TO LEARN MORE!

HARVEST FEST 2026 MENU

 

Assorted Cheese & Meat Display 

crackers, jam

(France)

 

Jollof Rice by Chef Crystal Williams

jollof rice arancini, tomato ragu  

(Nigeria)

 

Sirloin Bruschetta

baguette crostini, tomato basil bruschetta, feta cheese, balsamic glaze

(Italy)

 

Flammkuchen by Chef John Lakatos

German flat-bread, creme fraiche, caramelized onions, speck

(Germany)

 

Brezeln

Bavarian pretzel, beer cheese

(Germany)

 

Futomaki by Chef Justin Kinziger

assorted sushi rolls & accompaniments  

(Japan)

 

Veal Fricassê  by Chef Chris Sowa

White veal stew served with gougere 

(France)

 

Croque Monsieur

Ham, Gruyère, Dijon, bechamel, country bread

(France)

 

Desserts:

Brigadiero by Chef Amanda Miller

dark chocolate brigadiero, chocolate paillettes

(Brazil)

 

Risalamande by Chef Jennifer Hardenburgh Martin

creamy almond rice pudding, cherry sauce

(Denmark)

 

 Cannoli Verrine by Chef Selina Davis

pistachio panna cotta, cannoli filling, chopped pistachios, cannoli chip

(Italy)

 

Assorted chocolates and an array of pastry items will also be on hand

to satisfy your sweet tooth.