When and where is Taste of Lakeville 2026?

Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 5 to 9 PM at the Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Ave in Lakeville.

How much are tickets?

$50 in advance or $60 at the gate. Buying ahead of time saves you $10, and you can get them online, from a Rotarian, or at spots like Lakeview Bank, Citizens Bank, New Market Bank, the Arts Center, and ACE Hardware.

Is the food and drink included in the ticket?

Yep. One ticket covers food samples from 30+ local restaurants plus wine, beer, and liquor tastings. You don't pay per plate.

No — this is a 21+ event and you'll need a valid photo ID to get in.

Who runs it and where does the money go?

The Rotary Club of Lakeville. Proceeds fund local scholarships, youth programs, community services, and some global humanitarian projects.

Taste of Lakeville 2026: Date, Tickets & Lineup

TLDR

The 24th annual Taste of Lakeville is Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 5–9 PM at the Lakeville Area Arts Center.
One ticket gets you food samples from 30+ local restaurants plus wine, beer, and liquor tastings.
Tickets are $50 in advance, $60 at the gate — and it's 21+ only.
Country-rock band Coyote Wild plays live all night.
It's run by the Rotary Club of Lakeville, so your ticket funds scholarships and community programs.

If you've ever wanted to eat your way through Lakeville in one night, this is the one. Taste of Lakeville is back for its 24th year on Thursday, August 20 — and it's basically a giant block party built around food, drinks, and a good cause. Here's everything you need to know before you grab a ticket.

What Taste of Lakeville actually is

Think of it as a sampler platter of the whole city. More than 30 local restaurants, food trucks, caterers, and bakeries set up under one roof at the Lakeville Area Arts Center. You walk around, try a little of everything, and wash it down with wine, beer, and liquor tastings.

It's a big night. The Rotary Club expects somewhere between 1,500 and 2,000 people. And it's all indoors and out at one spot, so you're not driving all over town.

One thing to know up front: this is a 21+ event. Bring a valid photo ID or you won't get in.

The food and drink lineup

This is the fun part. You're not picking one restaurant — you're tasting a bunch. The 2026 vendor list runs deep, with names like Bourbon Butcher, Barley & Vine, Chianti Grille, Lucky's 13, Rudy's Redeye Grill, Tavern Grill, Red Fox Tavern, Teresa's Mexican Restaurant, Brackett's Crossing, and Legends Golf Club all serving up samples.

Sweet tooth? Cream of the Cakes, Sweet Kneads, and SSC Swedish Candies have you covered. There's even 1919 Root Beer and Divine Swine Catering in the mix.

On the drink side, Lakeville Brewing and the Lakeville Liquor Store bring the wine, beer, and liquor tastings — all included with your ticket. You can see the full vendor list here, and it usually grows as the date gets closer.

There's live music too

New to your radar? The night's entertainment is Coyote Wild, a Midwest band known for blending country and classic rock. They bring strong vocals and a lot of energy, so expect a real show — not just background noise while you eat.

Between the food, the drinks, and the band, it's an easy night to lose a few hours. There are also silent and live auctions, raffles, and pull-tabs going on throughout the evening if you're feeling lucky.

Where your ticket money goes

Here's the part that makes it more than just a party. Taste of Lakeville is the Rotary Club of Lakeville's biggest fundraiser of the year — it pulls in more than $75,000. Every ticket helps fund local scholarships, youth programs, and community services right here in town, plus a few global humanitarian projects.

The club also supports local nonprofit partners like 360 Communities. So when you're on your third sample of the night, you can tell yourself it's for a good cause. Because it actually is.

How to get tickets

Tickets are $50 in advance or $60 at the gate, so buying early saves you ten bucks. You can grab them online, from any Lakeville Rotarian, or in person at a handful of local spots — including Lakeview Bank, Citizens Bank, New Market Bank, the Arts Center, and area ACE Hardware stores.

Advance tickets tend to be the move here. The event draws a big crowd every year, and there's no reason to pay more at the door.

The Bottom Line

Taste of Lakeville is one of those rare nights where eating and drinking your way through town actually does some good. For $50, you get 30+ restaurants, drink tastings, live music, and a shot at some raffle prizes — all while funding scholarships for local kids.

Mark your calendar for Thursday, August 20, 5–9 PM at the Lakeville Area Arts Center. Grab your advance tickets, bring your ID, and come hungry. Want more Lakeville happenings like this? Keep an eye on our event calendar — there's always something going on.