LOCAL FOOD FEST
A fundraiser celebrating the farms and food of New England at Castle Hill Inn
Join us for a one-of-a-kind fundraising event celebrating local growers and food producers — featuring dozens of local farms paired with chefs from some of the top restaurants around. Meet these local food stars, watch live dish preparation, and enjoy their delicious creations along with local wine, beer, and signature cocktails, live music, a raffle, and a silent auction with unique stays, items, and experiences to win—all within the stunning water-view setting of Castle Hill Inn's Chalet Patio and Lawn overlooking the Narragansett Bay.
Local Food Fest centers the best and freshest our local food system has to offer, all while raising critical funds for programming.
DATE AND TIME LOCATION
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Castle Hill Inn
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Newport, RI
Tickets become available for purchase in early May.
Want to sponsor this event? Email us at giving@farmfreshri.org
Advance tickets only; tickets are not sold at the door. This event is rain or shine. No refunds. Children under age 12 are welcome to attend at no cost.
Last Year's Restaurant & Farm/Producer Pairings
One of the most intriguing aspects of Local Food Fest is our pairings — dream teams of growers/makers and chefs crafting unique dishes using the freshest local harvest of the season. Here's a sampling of last year's restaurant and food producer pairings:
Thank You
Local Food Fest would not be possible without the generosity of Castle Hill Inn and Newport Restaurant Group. We are extremely grateful to the amazing chefs, growers, and producers who donate their time and products to make this event a success. Our Local Food Fest Committee and Volunteers are instrumental in hosting an event of this size: Thank you!
To learn how your business can sponsor Local Food Fest, email giving@farmfreshri.org.
Last Year's Sponsors
Raffle & Silent Auction Supporters
Thank you to all of the local businesses that have donated to our silent auction and raffle. Your support plays a crucial role in our efforts to raise funds for the local food system. Together, we're strengthening the community and promoting a sustainable and resilient food system. Thank you for being a vital part of our annual Local Food Fest and supporting Rhode Island's farmers and food producers!
