Our complete list of 2026 qualifying events — including sortable options by date, location, and competition category — is currently being updated and will be available soon.
Each year, hundreds of official qualifying events take place across the United States and around the world, offering competitors the opportunity to earn a coveted Golden Ticket to the World Food Championships.
We appreciate your patience as we continue to enhance this experience. In the meantime, please visit our Instagram page for the latest qualifying event announcements and upcoming schedule updates. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back regularly for new additions.