COLLEGE PARK’S BEST NIGHT OUT
Taste of
College Park
One of College Park’s favorite traditions returns for another evening of exceptional food, wine, craft beer, and live music. Every ticket helps make a difference right here in our community.
SAVE THE DATE
November 5, 2026
The Great Southern Box Company
6pm – 9pm
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20+
Local Restaurants & Vendors
400+
Tickets Sold
5+
Benefiting Charities
4
Local Schools Supported
THE EVENING
One great night, the whole neighborhood at the table.
Taste of College Park brings together your favorite local restaurants, wineries, and craft brewers for one unforgettable evening. Enjoy tastings all night long, live music, and a lively silent and live auction. It is the kind of night out that only College Park can throw, and it does a world of good along the way.
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WHO IT HELPS
A night out that gives back.
All proceeds from Taste of College Park will support the charitable programs of the Rotary Club of College Park Foundation, Inc. From free books for local kids to scholarships for graduating seniors, your night out helps make College Park a better place to live, learn, and grow.
Proud to Support Local Partners
- Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida
- Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
- Christian Service Center of Central Florida
- One Heart for Women and Children
- Student of the Month awards at four local schools
- And More!
YOUR FAVORITE SPOTS
Taste the best of College Park
Nearly two dozen local restaurants, vendors, wineries, and breweries pour and plate all night long.
FOR RESTAURANTS
Join us at the 2026 Taste
Want your restaurant or venue in front of the whole neighborhood? As a tasting or beverage station host, your brand reaches our full audience before, during, and after the event.
618,000+
Social media reach within five miles during our event media blitz
14,000+
Interactions on our event and Eventbrite pages last year
400-500
Approximate number of guests you’ll serve on event night
Host a Tasting or Beverage Station
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How It Works
What You’ll Receive
- Your logo across our Facebook and Instagram marketing
- A feature on the Taste event and Eventbrite pages
- A link to your website from your auction listings
- Your logo on the Rotary Club of College Park website
- Freedom to use the official Taste 2026 logo in your own marketing
What We Ask of You
- Prepare three tasting samples for 500 guests and staff your own station.
- Be set up by 5:30pm on event night.
- Donate a minimum of two gift cards for the online auction, and display a Taste poster in your restaurant or venue in the weeks leading up to the event.
- Attend one short walkthrough at The Great Southern Box Co. in October. We will share dates and times, and collect gift cards at that time. The online auction opens 30 days before the event.
Good to Know
- You will have at least one 8ft table, and Publix at College Park generously donates napkins, plates, and silverware for your station.
- Decorating your table and displaying your own marketing materials is encouraged. Decorations must be approved by the Taste of College
Park restaurants committee. - This is meant to be a fun night out in the community so we ask that you refrain from displaying any political or religious affiliated text or pictures at your station or on your clothing.
SPONSORSHIP
Put your business in front of the whole neighborhood
Taste reaches hundreds of guests at the event and hundreds of thousands more across our social media and club platforms all season long.
HEADLINE SPONSOR
$10,000
→ Logo on every ticket, entry wristband, and the event backdrop
→ Top billing on our event page, website, and auction site
→ Weekly social features from September 1, 2026
→ 10×10 tented space at the event
→ 15 complimentary tickets ($1,125 value)
PLATINUM SPONSOR
$5,000
→ Logo and link on our website, Facebook, and event signage
→ Three social media features every month from September 1, 2026
→ Display a banner and hand out promo items at the event
→ 10 complimentary tickets ($750 value)
→ Featured in our email marketing campaign
GOLD SPONSOR
$2,500
→ Logo and link on our website and auction site
→ Two individual social features every month from September 1, 2026
→ Featured in our email marketing campaign
→ 8 complimentary tickets ($600 value)
SILVER SPONSOR
$1,500
→ Logo and link on our website and auction site
→ Two social mentions monthly, shared with fellow Silver sponsors
→ Featured in our email marketing campaign
→ 6 complimentary tickets ($450 value)
BRONZE SPONSOR
$750
→ Logo and link on our website and auction site
→ One social mention every month from September 1, 2026
→ Featured in our email marketing campaign
→ 4 complimentary tickets ($300 value)
2026 Sponsors
Coming Soon
Become a Sponsor
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SILENT AUCTION
Bid at the event, or before you arrive
The online auction opens 30 days before the event and runs right up to the final bid on event night. Getaways, experiences, and local treasures, all supporting a great cause.
Donate an Item
THE NEED TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Taste of College Park 2026?
Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 6pm to 9pm, at The Great Southern Box Co. Food Hall & Bar in the Packing District.
What is included with a ticket?
Tastings from local restaurants, wine, craft beer, live music, and access to the silent and live auction.
Is it a 21+ event?
Wine and beer are served, so plan for a 21+ evening.
Where do I park?
The Great Southern Box Company has a 300 space parking garage onsite.
Where do the proceeds go?
All proceeds from Taste of College Park will support the charitable programs of the Rotary Club of College Park Foundation, Inc.
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