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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
DRF Fundraising Dinner 2026
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
The Delaware Restaurant Foundation Dinner is where industry leaders and supporters celebrate students' achievements. This evening raises essential funds for scholarships and educational programs, building pathways from education to employment and ensuring a strong future for Delaware’s hospitality industry.
The Foundation Dinner kicks off with live-action appetizer stations where culinary students team up with top chefs, creating bold bites while guests watch the energy unfold through live streaming from the kitchen! The excitement continues with a gourmet dinner featuring winning student dishes, paired with expertly chosen wines. Throughout the evening, we celebrate student achievements with scholarship presentations, live entertainment, and unexpected surprises, making it a night of high energy and big impact on the future of Delaware’s culinary scene.
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$199 - General Admission
1301 Coastal Hwy
Dewey Beach, 19971