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For a quarter of a century, the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®) has been the heartbeat of Miami’s culinary culture—a four-day extravaganza where the world’s most celebrated chefs, winemakers, and mixologists gather on the sands of South Beach. Now entering its 25th year, the 2026 edition promises to be the most spectacular yet, uniting more than 500 culinary stars for an unforgettable weekend from February 19 to 22, 2026.

If Friday night’s Chef Showdown is the South Beach Seafood Festival’s high-octane culinary competition, then Saturday’s Seafood Slam is its ultimate victory lap. Taking over Lummus Park on Saturday, October 25, 2025, this all-inclusive, all-access experience is where South Florida’s most celebrated restaurants bring their very best to the table—literally.

Few culinary events capture the vibrant energy of Miami quite like the South Beach Seafood Festival. Every October, Ocean Drive transforms into a playground of flavors, cocktails, and beachside revelry. But the true centerpiece of the weekend is the Chef Showdown—a high-octane, crowd-fueled culinary competition that blends the thrill of sport with the artistry of fine dining.

Get ready for Miami Spice's culinary adventure across the city's trendiest neighborhoods. From Brickell’s upscale dining scene to the artsy vibrancy of Wynwood, indulge in a wide variety of flavors with prix-fixe menus that highlight the magic of Miami’s diverse food scene.