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From statewide conferences and educational seminars to HR roundtables, student competitions, fundraisers, and our signature award celebration, DRA events bring together Delaware’s vibrant restaurant and hospitality community.
Whether you're looking to learn, connect, support a cause, or celebrate the industry's best, there’s something for everyone. Browse upcoming events, check out photos from past highlights, and grab your tickets. We’ll see you there!
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Signature Events
Cornerstone Awards
Women of Hospitality Conference
Cornerstone Awards 2025
Monday, October 20, 2025 (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
Join the Delaware Restaurant Association for the event of the year—a night dedicated to celebrating the heart and soul of our restaurant community!
We’re honoring the remarkable perseverance, passion, and innovation of our industry’s finest with the Cornerstone Award, Restaurateur of the Year Award, Industry Impact Recognitions, and NEW this year, the People's Choice Award!
Expect an unforgettable night with live music, endless food & drink from top restaurant members, and a guest list of 450+—this is more than a party, it’s a whole vibe!
Hotel Accommodations / Special Rate
Want to spend the night? We have a room block at the Hyatt Place Dewey Beach for October 20th, 2025.
Please use this link to make your reservations: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/ILGZD/G-CORN.
Guests may also call reservations at 1-855-556-1297 and ask for the DRA Cornerstone Gala rate (Group Code G-CORN)
The group rate is $139 for a standard room type. The cut-off date to book rooms is September 22nd, 2025. After that date, the group rate is not guaranteed at the hotel.
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$109 Early Bird Ticket Available until September 1st
$129 General Admission Ticket
1301 Coastal Highway
Dewey Beach, DE 19971 United States
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